Management of a large pseudomeningocele and cerebrospinal fluid fistula after microsurgical resection of recurrent lipomyelomeningocele in children
Managing symptomatic retethering after LMMC repair is challenging, often complicated by PMC and CSF fistulas due to missing normal anatomical tissue layers, large defects, and poor dorsal support. Successful treatment typically requires a combination of techniques to address CSF-related issues. In the authors' experience, a multifaceted approach and familiarity with these methods are essential for achieving optimal outcomes.
Authors
- Manina M. Etter (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2889-8305)
- Ladina Greuter
- Raphaël Guzman (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9620-0581)
- Jehuda Soleman (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1900-9286)
- Maria Licci (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2625-4151)
Institutions
- University Hospital of Basel (CH)
- University Children’s Hospital Basel (CH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Neurosurgical FOCUS
- Published
- 2025-02-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3171/2024.11.focus24730
- Primary Topic
- Spinal Dysraphism and Malformations
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00