It is kind of surprising to me that the CSF is sterile given the status of the patient. Wouldn't at least be some telling characteristic like decreased glucose? On the other hand, is it Contraindicated to do a LP? Or are there any complications?
It is kind of surprising to me that the CSF is sterile given the status of the patient. Wouldn't at least be some telling characteristic like decreased glucose? On the other hand, is it Contraindicated to do a LP? Or are there any complications?
RE: Brain abscess from untreated otitis media