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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
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it isa procedure fault may be having increased csf pressure. consult neurosurgeon for checkup and advise on treatment.
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How Can Spinal Fluid Leakage After A Back Surgery Be Treated?

it isa procedure fault may be having increased csf pressure. consult neurosurgeon for checkup and advise on treatment.