Neurosurgery
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Secondary intracranial infections are a persistent health concern despite advancements in medicine and improvements in surgical care. Previous studies have reported on the incidence of infection and outcomes in the immunocompromised patient, yet few studies have investigated demographic elements linked to contracting a secondary intracranial infection, a preventable disease. ⋯ CHD, congenital heart diseaseED, emergency departmentICD-9, International Classification of Diseases, Ninth RevisionRR, relative risk.