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How Can Spinal Fluid Leakage After A Back Surgery Be Treated?
My husband is 1 wk post op on back surgery, prior to being sent home he did get a spinal fluid leak. Now a week later it is leaking again, on call Dr said 2 options, come to ER and see his Dr in Morning or just contact Dr in Morning...how dangerous is this to stay home till morning?
Mon, 13 Nov 2017
it isa procedure fault may be having increased csf pressure. consult neurosurgeon for checkup and advise on treatment.
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