A CSF leak occurs when cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) escapes from the protective layer surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This is a serious condition that can cause headaches, seizures, or meningitis.

Between February 1995 and September 2005, 171 sibling donors (M/F: 98/73) with a median age of 42 years (range, 11–72) underwent PBPC collection at our institution. Donor characteristics are shown in ...