Contemporary CSF Leak Management: From Diagnosis to Durable Repair—what We Know, Debate, & What Works

Saturday, October 17, 2026

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM PT

Location: West Exhibit Hall A, Learning Zone 4

Moderator(s)

Yvonne Chan, MD, FRCSC, MSc, FARS

Professor & Vice Chair Education
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Panelist(s)

Amber U. Luong, MD, PhD

Professor
University of Texas Houston
Houston, TX, United States
Luis F. macias, MD, FARS

Rhinology and Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Coordinator. Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology
Hospital Español de Mexico. LaSalle University
Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico
AC

Andy Chua, MBBS

Clinical Assistant Professor
Sengkang General Hospital, United States

Attendees can expect a practical, case-based review of contemporary CSF leak care for general otolaryngology practice. The session will cover recognition and diagnosis of CSF leaks, differentiation of traumatic versus spontaneous etiologies, management pathways, indications for referral, and strategies that support durable repair and patient safety.

Learning Objectives:

To recognize suspected CSF leaks and initiate appropriate diagnostic evaluation.
To differentiate traumatic and spontaneous CSF leaks and apply appropriate management pathways.
To apply practical principles to support durable outcomes and minimize recurrence.