PATTERNS OF PRESENTATION AND MANAGEMENT OUTCOME OF TRAUMATIC CEREBROSPINAL FLUID LEAKS IN A TERTIARY HEALTH INSTITUTION IN SOUTHEAST NIGERIA

Patterns of Presentation and Management Outcome of Traumatic Cerebrospinal Fluid Leaks in a Tertiary Health Institution in Southeast Nigeria

Background: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak occurs where there is a breach in the meninges, especially the Door Corner Cap dura.Most cases present as otorrhoea and/or rhinorrhoea.Most cases resolve within few days when appropriate conservative measures are instituted.Occasionally, surgical repair is indicated.Different centres have varied experience

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