Medically reviewed by Sameena Zahoor, MDMedically reviewed by Sameena Zahoor, MD The meninges of the brain and spinal cord are three layers of membranes: the dura mater, arachnoid mater ...

A new study in the peer-reviewed journal Stem Cells and Development describes the development of a co-culture system of ...

The brain is covered in thin layers of tissue collectively called the meninges, and CSF can escape ... s blood is used to patch tears in the dura mater. During the procedure, the surgeon draws ...

The meninges normally form a fluid-proof barrier, but if the outer layer of the meninges (the dura mater) is damaged, CSF can leak out. Trauma is the most common cause of a CSF leak. This can be ...

Scientists suggest study findings could point to the future development of new treatments for age-related cognitive decline.

The dura mater, the membrane that encloses brain and the CSF, can be harmed by surgical procedures or head injuries ...