From Rhinorrhea to Reconstruction: Mastering Diagnosis and Treatment of Anterior Skull Base CSF Leaks

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

8:45 AM - 9:45 AM PT

Location: 502B

Lead Presenter(s)

Corinna G. Levine, MD, MPH

Associate Professor
University of Miami Miller School
Miami, Florida, United States

Co-Presenter(s)

Jessica W. Grayson, MD, MS, FACS

Associate Professor
University of Alabama Birmingham
Vestavia Hills, Alabama, United States

This expert lecture will provide a comprehensive, case-based review of anterior skull base cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks, with a focus on the rising incidence of spontaneous leaks. Attendees will learn to recognize clinical features, understand associated risk factors such as idiopathic intracranial hypertension, sleep apnea, and obesity, and apply evidence-based diagnostic and management strategies. The session will cover advanced endoscopic repair techniques, multidisciplinary care, recurrence prevention, and emerging g therapies, equipping otolaryngologists to optimize patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

Describe the key clinical features and risk factors of anterior skull base CSF leaks to facilitate early recognition
Outline evidence-based diagnostic strategies for evaluating CSF leaks, including spontaneous, traumatic, and iatrogenic cases.
Discuss current management approaches, including surgical and multidisciplinary strategies, to optimize patient outcomes and prevent recurrence.