Condition
Epidural abscess
David Cohen, M.D.Published 22 February 20051 min read
Alternative names
Abscess - epidural; Spinal abscess
Definition
An epidural abscess is an inflammation that includes a collection of infected material (pus) located between the outer membrane covering the brain and spinal cord (the dura) and the bones of the skull or spine.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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