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A CSF leak occurs when a tear or hole forms in the membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. This allows the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), which supports and bathes the central nervous system, to seep out. The following are proven causes of a CSF leak: Certain head, brain, or spinal surgeries; Major trauma, head and spinal injuries; Minor trauma, such as a sneeze, a violent cough or twist; Placement of tubes for epidural anaesthesia or pain medications; Lumbar punctures and spinal taps;
Several conditions can result in a cerebrospinal fluid leak. For example, a patient may develop a CSF leak after sustaining a head injury. Leakage of the cerebrospinal fluid may occur after certain medical procedures. A leak may occur after a lumbar puncture, or spinal tap, which is a procedure in which a sample of the cerebrospinal fluid is drawn. In this case, the leakage occurs where the puncture was done. Some patients may develop a CSF leak after having surgery on the brain, spinal cord or head. Other causes of a cerebrospinal fluid leak include cervical bone spurs, epidural anesthesia and epidural steroid injections. A CSF leak can result in several different symptoms. Patients may have a headache, which MedlinePlus described as worsening when patients sit up, and improves when patients lie down.