Management of Anterior Skull Base Cerebrospinal Fluid Leaks

Abstract

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak occurs from traumatic, iatrogenic, and idiopathic etiologies. Its timely diagnosis requires clinical, radiographic, and laboratory testing. Medical and surgical management can mitigate the risk of life-threatening infection and morbidity. This article outlines the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management or CSF leak of the anterior skull base.

Keywords

trauma - skull base - cerebrospinal fluid leak

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