Abstract
Tuberculosis (TB) is still one of the major health care problems in many developing
countries. Among various forms of TB, central nervous system (CNS) TB causes significant
morbidity and mortality. CNS TB can present in various forms: cerebritis, abscess,
meningitis, tuberculoma, calcified granuloma, meningitis, or hydrocephalus. But subdural
empyema is a very rare form of presentation. Very few cases have been reported till
now in the literature. So, high level of suspicion, thorough microbiological and histological
investigations to diagnosis, and early and timely inception of anti-TB medication
are keys in its management. Here, we are presenting a case of tubercular subdural
empyema that was successfully treated with surgical evacuation and anti-TB medication.
Keywords
CNS - tuberculosis - subdural empyema - tubercular abscess
