Calcified Hofmann’s ligaments as the cause of spinal cerebrospinal fluid leaks associated with spinal ventral dural tears

The anatomical characteristics of spiculated spinal lesions associated with ventral dural abnormalities are consistent with those of calcified dural ligaments, referred to as Hofmann's ligaments. These ligaments are important for neurosurgeons, neurologists, and neuroradiologists who diagnose and treat type 1 CSF fistulas.