Pathological Anatomy. Atlas of Macroscopic Specimens - Part 1. General Pathological Processes - A. M. Romaniuk 2016
Morphology of Inflammation and Immunopathological Processes
Purulent meningitis with abscess formation
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Purulent meningitis with abscess formation
The Meninges exhibit cloudiness, diffuse deposition of creamy gray masses, as well as focal destructive Changes in the meninges and Brain tissue up to 2 cm in diameter. This is an example of exudative, purulent inflammation. An abscess is a localized purulent inflammation. Causes: microorganisms, particularly meningococci. Consequences: Organization; scar formation, disruption of CEREBROSPINAL FLUID Circulation.
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