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What is the definition of meningitis?
What is the definition of meningitis?
- Obstruction of the aqueduct of Sylvius
- Leakage of cerebrospinal fluid from the subarachnoid space
- Enlargement of ventricles due to cerebral atrophy
- Infection of the leptomeninges (correct)
What are some clinical consequences of cerebrospinal fluid leak syndrome?
What are some clinical consequences of cerebrospinal fluid leak syndrome?
- Hydrocephalus
- Dizziness, nausea, and metallic taste in the mouth (correct)
- Ventricular enlargement
- Facial nerve weakness and double vision
Which procedure could lead to leakage of cerebrospinal fluid from the subarachnoid space?
Which procedure could lead to leakage of cerebrospinal fluid from the subarachnoid space?
- Lumbar spine surgery (correct)
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Dental filling
- CT scan
What causes CSF to leak out in cerebrospinal fluid leak syndrome?
What causes CSF to leak out in cerebrospinal fluid leak syndrome?
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What are the symptoms associated with meningitis?
What are the symptoms associated with meningitis?
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Which structures make up the leptomeninges?
Which structures make up the leptomeninges?
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