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Review
. 2011 Aug;44(4):857-73, vii.
doi: 10.1016/j.otc.2011.06.007.

Traumatic cerebrospinal fluid leaks

J Drew Prosser  1 , John R Vender, C Arturo Solares
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Review

Traumatic cerebrospinal fluid leaks

J Drew Prosser et al. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 2011 Aug.

Abstract

This article discusses the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of traumatic cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks. An overview of traumatic CSF leaks is presented, and both conservative and operative therapies are reviewed. Management decisions are discussed based on the current literature. Controversial clinical topics are addressed, including the use of prophylactic antibiotics and the timing of surgical repair.

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