Hydrocephalus is a neurological disorder caused by the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain’s ventricles, leading to increased pressure on brain tissues. It mainly affects children and can be congenital or acquired. There are two types of hydrocephalus: communicating and non-communicating. In adults, hydrocephalus falls into two categories: normal pressure hydrocephalus and hydrocephalus ex […]
Congenital hydrocephalus is a birth defect where the brain is surrounded by too much cerebrospinal fluid, causing pressure and potential damage. Treatment options include a shunt or endoscopic third ventriculostomy, and ongoing care and monitoring is necessary for the child’s life. Only 1% of babies have this condition. Congenital hydrocephalus, commonly referred to as water […]
