Dural Repair in Cranial Surgery Is Associated with Moderate Rates of Complications with Both Autologous and Nonautologous Dural Substitutes

Dural substitutes are commonly used to ensure dural closure in a variety of cranial procedures. This study provides greater insight into duraplasty practices and highlights the moderate complication rate associated with the procedure. Future studies are needed to determine the safety and efficacy of such procedures in larger prospective cohorts.