JCRPE Journal of Clinical Research in Pediatric Endocrinology 2020-Aug
Brain Abscess in a Patient with Osteopetrosis: A Rare Complication
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Brain abscess formation is extremely rare in patients with osteopetrosis. Herein, we report a case of viridans streptococci brain abscess in an immunocompromised child diagnosed with osteopetrosis. The patient presented with a sudden change in mental status and convulsions. Radiological evaluation revealed a temporal lobe brain abscess, and intravenous antibiotherapy was started immediately. The patient underwent abscess drainage, and laboratory investigation of pus material revealed viridans streptococci.
Keywords: Osteopetrosis; brain abscess; chronic otitis media; viridans streptococci.