Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) may leak through the cribriform plate region of the skull following a head injury and cause which of the following?

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Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) may leak through the cribriform plate region of the skull and cause nasal CSF rhinorrhea, which is characterized by clear fluid draining from the nose. It is important to seek medical attention if this occurs as CSF leakage can lead to complications such as meningitis. Ear CSF otorrhea and leakage of CSF from the eye and mouth are not typically associated with cribriform plate fractures.

Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) May Leak Through the Cribriform Plate Region