Affiliation:
1. School of Medicine University of Minnesota Minneapolis Minnesota USA
2. Department of Otolaryngology University of Minnesota Minneapolis Minnesota USA
3. Department of Medicine Veterans Affairs Health System Minneapolis Minnesota USA
Abstract
Key Clinical MessageSkull base osteomyelitis (SBO) mimics the presentation of various conditions, including solid tumors. Computed tomography‐guided core biopsy for culture informs antibiotic selection, and with intravenous corticosteroids, may minimize chronic neurologic dysfunction. Although SBO predominantly affects individuals who are diabetic or immunocompromised, it is important to be able to recognize SBO presenting in an otherwise healthy individual.