# Pott's Puffy Tumor Following Frontal Craniotomy: A Rare Delayed Complication in a Diabetic Elderly Woman

## TL;DR

A rare delayed complication called Pott's puffy tumor occurred in a diabetic elderly woman years after a frontal craniotomy, highlighting the need for early detection.

## Contribution

This case emphasizes the importance of high clinical suspicion for Pott's puffy tumor in elderly diabetic patients with forehead swelling.

## Key findings

- Pott's puffy tumor can manifest years after neurosurgical procedures.
- Diabetes and aging may delay diagnosis due to immunosuppression.
- Early imaging is crucial to prevent intracranial complications.

## Abstract

Pott's puffy tumor is a rare but serious complication that can occur years after neurosurgical procedures. In elderly diabetic patients, immunosuppression may obscure symptoms and delay diagnosis. Clinicians should maintain high suspicion when evaluating forehead swelling in such populations to ensure timely imaging and prevent intracranial complications.