Progression of Meningitis Following Lumbar CSF Leak - Medical Illustration, Human Anatomy Drawing
This stock medical exhibit depicts the progression of meningitis following lumbar CSF leak. The first image shows the initial condition using a sagittal view of the skull, brain and vertebral column. The second image shows a close-up of a lumbar drain being placed through the posterior soft tissue and beneath the dura to allow for drainage of excess CSF. The third image shows a close-up of an infection developing within the posterior soft tissues surrounding the lumbar drain. The fourth image shows a close-up of an infection infiltrating the dura and traveling within the CSF gaining access to the brain. The final image shows the subsequent condition using a sagittal view of the skull, brain and vertebral column showing inflammation of the brain.