Elevated Intracranial Pressures in Spontaneous Cerebrospinal Fluid Leaks

Abstract

Although the precise cause and mechanism of spontaneous CSF leaks is not fully understood, this study sheds light on important factors to consider. Patients with this condition have similar physical and radiographic findings such as middle-aged, female gender, obesity, and empty sella. Additional investigation is needed to determine the exact cause of the condition, its relationship to elevated ICPs, and if further medical or surgical treatments to correct the intracranial hypertension are warranted.