Current Concepts and Approach to Ventriculitis

Abstract

Ventriculitis is a potentially life-threatening infection, and an early diagnosis is essential for the appropriate treatment of ventriculitis. With the available literature, it is difficult to document the frequency with which ventriculitis exists, and also failure to recognize this entity might account for the scant literature. A prospective study is needed to establish the true incidence of ventriculitis and its impact on outcome. In this article, we review the available literature and current concepts in the management of ventriculitis.