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Intracranial Complications of Orbital Cellulitis

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Due to the close association of the anterior skull base with the orbit and sinuses, intracranial complications of orbital cellulitis can be a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. Intracranial involvement can include cavernous sinus thrombosis, epidural abscess, subdural empyema, meningitis, and brain abscess. Long-term sequelae may include visual deficit, neurological impairment, and seizure. A high clinical suspicion and prompt diagnosis and management are necessary for the optimal prognosis.

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  1. Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA

    Karolyn Au MD & Jacques J. Morcos MD

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  1. Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA

    Michael T. Yen

  2. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA

    Thomas E. Johnson

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Au, K., Morcos, J.J. (2018). Intracranial Complications of Orbital Cellulitis. In: Yen, M., Johnson, T. (eds) Orbital Cellulitis and Periorbital Infections. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-62606-2_14

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