The Medical journal of Australia
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To examine the presentation, investigative findings, treatment and outcome in patients with spinal epidural abscess. ⋯ The main determinant of outcome was the neurological state at presentation emphasising the importance of early diagnosis and prompt treatment.
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This study was undertaken to see if patients who had a radiological diagnosis of arachnoiditis attributed to methylprednisolone acetate (Depo-Medrol, Upjohn Pty Limited) had the clinical syndrome of arachnoiditis. ⋯ The absence of any other apparent cause for their symptoms implies that Depo-Medrol should not be used in or about the thecal sac.