Brain Abscess After Cerebral Hemorrhage in a Patient with Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia

Abstract

In this report, we describe a case of brain abscess due to inadequate treatment based on initial blood culture results because emergency surgical treatment of a severe cerebral hemorrhage was given priority. This case emphasizes the importance of first recognizing bacteremia based on culture results, and if bacteremia is determined to be present, of selecting appropriate antimicrobial agents and ensuring an adequate treatment period.