Abstract
We describe spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) otorrhea through a patent tympanomeningeal (Hyrtl) fissure presenting as recurrent serous otitis media. The CSF leak was observed when a drain was placed through the tympanic membrane by an otologist. The diagnosis was then confirmed by computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, and the patient underwent a successful surgical treatment via a retrosigmoid approach. We describe the case and review causes of spontaneous CSF rhinorrhea/otorrhea.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Journal of Neurological Surgery Reports |
Vol/bind | 76 |
Udgave nummer | 1 |
Sider (fra-til) | e117-9 |
ISSN | 2193-6358 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - jul. 2015 |