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what is the prognosis for encephalomalacia?

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Prognosis of encephalomalacia?

often it is discovered among infants when they detect that the ventricles in the brain are swollen. Surgery is needed and drain the ventricles of the excess cerebrospinal fluid/blood. Most continue on to grow up and live a normal life.


What is treatment for encephalomalacia?

no defined treatment to encephalomalacia


What are symptoms of encephalomalacia?

Encephalomalacia is the softening of brain tissue due to inflammation or hemorrhage. The symptoms of encephalomalacia is an anxious mood, pain, insomnia, fatigue, and depressed mood.


Is encephalomalacia curable?

No. Encephalomalacia is not curable. It is a permanent cavity in the brain that results from trauma to brain tissue. The size of the cavity shrinks with time, but not completely. During shrinkage, one could have worsening of some neurological symptoms.


Is encephalomalacia chronic?

no


Can alcohol abuse lead to encephalomalacia?

Yes it can.


What causes encephalomalacia?

spinal crush injury


Does encephalomalacia cause memory problems?

Yes.


Can a craniotomy cause encephalomalacia?

A craniotomy is a surgical procedure to access the brain, and it does not directly cause encephalomalacia. However, complications from the surgery, such as infection or bleeding, can lead to encephalomalacia if not properly managed. Careful post-operative monitoring and management are essential to prevent such complications.


Can multicystic encephalomalacia turn to cancer of the brain?

Multicystic encephalomalacia can turn to cancer of the brain. It refers to deformities of cells, which causes brain damage. There are chances of the cells becoming cancerous.


Why the aperture and focal length of objective of a microscope are small?

The small aperture and focal length of a microscope objective allow for high resolution and magnification by increasing light-gathering ability and minimizing aberrations. A small aperture increases depth of field and improves contrast, while a short focal length reduces spherical aberration and increases optical performance.


What is the treatment for Cystic encephalomalacia?

The only treatment for cystic encephalomalacia is first finding out the underlying causes of the brain consistency and dealing with it. In severe cases, surgery may be needed to remove damaged brain substance.