Current insights in CSF leaks: a literature review of mechanisms, pathophysiology and treatment options

Author:

Patrascu Elena12,Manea Claudiu134,Sarafoleanu Codrut564

Affiliation:

1. “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest , Romania ENT&HNS

2. Department, “Sfanta Maria” Hospital, Bucharest, Romania, 37-38 Ion Mihalache Blvd., District 1, Bucharest , Romania

3. Department, “Sfanta Maria” Hospital, Bucharest , Romania

4. CESITO Center, “Sfanta Maria” Hospital, Bucharest , Romania

5. “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest , Romania

6. ENT&HNS Department, “Sfanta Maria” Hospital, Bucharest , Romania

Abstract

Abstract A cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak occurs when there appears a fistula between the dura and the skull base and it is usually characterized by discharge of cerebrospinal fluid from the nose. Cerebrospinal fluid leaks may have many etiologies, the most common being trauma. The most common site of dural lesion is the cribriform plate of the ethmoid. Diagnosis can be achieved by a multitude of techniques, high-resolution computed tomography being the modality of choice and it may be completed with magnetic resonance imaging or cisternography. Treatment may be either conservative, either surgical, related to the cause, the site and the duration of CSF leak. Conservative treatment usually includes strict bed rest, elevated bed head and no straining, nose blowing or stretching, with resolution of the majority of traumatic CSF leaks in seven days. Surgical treatment consists of a variety of approaches (intracranial/extracranial, open/endoscopic). The future trend is represented by minimally invasive endoscopic approaches, with a success rate of almost 90%; however, open transcranial or extracranial interventions still have indications in the surgical management. CSF leaks must be correctly diagnosed and treated, because the risk of intracranial complications increases 10-fold when the leakage persists.

Publisher

Walter de Gruyter GmbH

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