Aurora-based University of Colorado Anschutz received a $50 million gift to expand its cerebrospinal fluid leak program.
The anonymous gift will support expanding clinical capacity, recruiting physician-scientists, advancing research, supporting innovation, enhancing physician education and developing infrastructure for spinal CSF leak diagnosis and treatment, according to a Sept. 22 news release from the university.
A survey conducted by CU Anschutz researchers, in collaboration with the Spinal CSF Leak Foundation, found nearly 80% of patients surveyed reported being misdiagnosed and saw a median of more than six clinicians before receiving the correct diagnosis. More than 60% said they were unable to access specialized care because of long waitlists, the release said.
Its CSF Leak Program focuses on diagnosis, treatment, research, innovation and education.
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