Hydrocephalus
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Hydrocephalus is the buildup of too much cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. Normally, this fluid cushions your brain. When you have too much, though, it puts harmful pressure on your brain.
There are two kinds of hydrocephalus. Congenital hydrocephalus is present at birth. Causes include genetic problems and problems with how the fetus develops. An unusually large head is the main sign of congenital hydrocephalus. Acquired hydrocephalus can occur at any age. Causes can include head injuries, strokes, infections, tumors and bleeding in the brain. Symptoms of acquired hydrocephalus can include
- Headache
- Vomiting and nausea
- Blurry vision
- Balance problems
- Bladder control problems
- Thinking and memory problems
Hydrocephalus can permanently damage the brain, causing problems with physical and mental development. If untreated, it is usually fatal. With treatment, many people lead normal lives with few limitations. Treatment usually involves surgery to insert a shunt. Medicine and rehabilitation therapy can also help.
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kidshealth.org — “Often called "water on the brain," hydrocephalus can cause babies' and young children's heads to swell to accommodate excess cerebral spinal fluid. With early diagnosis and timely treatment, most kids recover successfully.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Hydrocephalus Research | The Hydrocephalus Clinical Research Network (HCRN)
hcrn.org — “The Hydrocephalus Clinical Research Network (HCRN) is a collaboration of pediatric neurosurgery centers in North America working together to improve outcomes from kids suffering from hydrocephalus through clinical research trials.” View full resource at hcrn.org
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mdlinx.com — “Pediatric neurobrucellosis associated with hydrocephalus” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Neurology Article | Hydrocephalus
mdlinx.com — “Initial experience with combined endoscopic third ventriculostomy and choroid plexus cauterization for post-hemorrhagic hydrocephalus of prematurity: the importance of prepontine cistern status and the predictive value of FIESTA MRI imaging” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Hydrocephalus: eMedicine Neurology
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Clue To Cause Of Childhood Hydrocephalus Discovered
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