Subfascial drains are safe and effective in preventing postoperative cerebrospinal fluid leaks after intradural spine tumor surgery
Julie Mayeku,
Esteban Quiceno,
Christina Cannata
et al.
Abstract:Background:
Delayed cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks are a known complication following intradural spinal tumor surgery. The placement of subfascial drains in these patients undergoing requisite intradural surgery is controversial. Here, we demonstrated that placing a subfascial drain on partial suction for 48 h, with early ambulation, proved to be safe and effective in preventing early/delayed recurrent CSF fistulas.
Methods:
Medical records of 17 patients undergoing surgery for intradural spinal tumors ov… Show more
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