Case Report: Subdural Empyema in a 35-Year-Old Immunocompromised Female with HIV Infection

Abstract

Subdural Empyema (SDE) is a rare but life-threatening Intracranial infection characterized by the accumulation of purulent material in the subdural space. It often arises as a complication of sinusitis, otitis media, or trauma. Immunocompromised patients, such as those with HIV infection, are at a heightened risk due to their impaired immune defenses. This report discusses the case of a 35-year-old HIV-positive female who presented with SDE, detailing the clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges, management strategies, and outcomes.