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How long do you continue empiric anaerobic coverage for brain abscesses originating from sinus or tooth infection following surgical drainage?

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Since anaerobes can be difficult to culture and are certainly associated with this type of infection, I would recommend continuing anaerobic coverage along with targeted therapy for any positive cultures. Anaerobic pathogens are often seen in conjunction with other pathogens. In a study looking at 3...

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