Fact-sheet: Epidural abcess of spine


Updated on 09/17/2021 at 12:16 PM

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Definition

Epidural abcess of spine is secondary to extension of spondylodiscitis in 80% of cases.
Primary hematogenous: risk factors: diabetes, drug use, immune deficiency, cancer, corticosteroids
abscesses often multifocal, extensive

Laboratory findings

Inflammatory syndrome++

MRI

Epidural collection, T1 hypointense, T2 hyperintense, with peripheral enhancement