J Korean Radiol Soc.  2001 Jan;44(1):15-17. 10.3348/jkrs.2001.44.1.15.

CT Findings of Diffuse Pneumocephalus due to Bacterial Meningitis: A Case Report

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  • 1Department of Radiology, Eulji University, School of Medicine.
  • 2Department of Neurology, Eulji University, School of Medicine.
  • 3Department of Clinical Pathology, Eulji University, School of Medicine.

Abstract

We report a case of diffuse pneumocephalus due to infection. Brain CT revealed diffuse brain swelling and diffuse pneumocephalus in the ventricular system, subarachnoid space, subdural/epidural space and superior sagittal sinus. CSF disclosed the presence of a yellowish-green pus-like liquid. Polymerase chain reaction was positive for Haemophilus influenza Ag.

Keyword

Brain, CT; Brain, infection

MeSH Terms

Brain
Brain Edema
Haemophilus
Influenza, Human
Meningitis, Bacterial*
Pneumocephalus*
Polymerase Chain Reaction
Subarachnoid Space
Superior Sagittal Sinus
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