Endoscopic repair of cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea
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Endoscopic Repair of CSF Rhinorrhea: An Institutional Experience
Introduction: Endoscopic repair is considered the treatment of choice in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) rhinorrhea. The aim of our study was to analyze the etiopathogenesis of CSF rhinorrhea, the outcome of treatment and the causes of failure in a developing-country setting. Materials and Methods: A retrospective review of patients treated with endoscopic repair for CSF rhinorrhea at a tertiary ca...
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