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Microbiology and antimicrobial treatment of orbital and intracranial complications of sinusitis in children and their management
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology , 07/31/09
Brook K et al. – This review describes the microbiology, and medical management of orbital and intracranial complications of sinusitis in children. The most common complications are orbital cellulitis, subperiosteal abscess, orbital abscess, brain abscess, subdural empyema and meningitis. Establishing the microbiology by obtaining appropriate cultures for both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria are essential for proper antimicrobial selection. Early recognition and appropriate surgical and medical therapy are essential to ensure recovery.
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