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Spinal epidural abscess of uncommon presentation following urinary tract infection: A case report

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Spinal epidural abscess can manifest with atypical symptoms like bilateral weakness and urinary incontinence, suggesting the seriousness of this condition.
Diagnostic imaging, particularly MRI, confirmed a spinal epidural abscess along with C5-C6 osteomyelitis, showing severe canal narrowing.
Emergency evacuation and surgical intervention, including corpectomy and fusion, led to significant functional improvement in the patient.
Prompt recognition and treatment of spinal epidural abscess are essential to prevent permanent neurological deficits and complications.

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Case report reveals critical symptoms of spinal epidural abscess in a patient with a urinary infection, highlighting the need for early diagnosis.

AlSabea et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Case report reveals critical symptoms of spinal epidural abscess in a patient with a urinary infection, highlighting the need for early diagnosis.