Скачать или смотреть Cortex Conversations: Beyond Pressure: Why CSF Leaks Matter in SIH

Unlock the mysteries of Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension (SIH) in this concise yet comprehensive clinical explainer. Learn how to recognize the hallmark orthostatic headache, understand the underlying CSF leak mechanisms, and review evidence-based management strategies to improve patient outcomes.

What You’ll Learn
-Definition & Misnomer: Why “low pressure” is misleading and how CSF volume loss drives SIH
-Leak Mechanisms: Dural tears, meningeal diverticula, and CSF–venous fistulas—what they look like and how they differ
-Clinical Presentation: Key features of an orthostatic headache and other telltale signs
-Diagnostic Workup: Best imaging modalities (MRI with contrast, myelography, digital subtraction techniques)
-Treatment Options: From conservative measures and caffeine to epidural blood patches and targeted fistula repair

High-Yield Exam Pearls: Must-know facts for neurology board exams and clinical practice