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Yes, Hydrocephalus is over production of CSF in the ventricles of the brain. If there is too much fluid in the brain ,it can increased intracranial pressure.
Some of us have been treated and live to tell about it, however.
This is not a cure, but modern treatment devised by the late John Holter circa 1957 has enabled us to live by stablizing intracranial pressure and devising an artificial drainage route for cerebrospinal fluid.
Still, the device, a shunt as it is called, is prone to breakdowns like any artificial appliance. Known as a shunt malfunction it must be remedied quickly, usually by surgical means or else the risk of death returns due to increased pressure again.
What else can I help you with?
Adult Hydrocephalus will I die?
We will all die eventually, whether or not we have hydrocephalus. With treatment, people with hydrocephalus can go on to live normal lives. That's not to say you won't have shunt failures and setbacks. Keep a positive attitude and find a great neurosurgeon.
What are medications for hydrocephalus?
the treatment of hydrocephalus
How Hydrocephalus may result from?
Conditions responsible for hydrocephalus in a fetus include infantile congenital (present at birth) hydrocephalus, hydrocephalus associated with encephalocele or myelomeningocele, posthemorrhagic hydrocephalus in newborns.
What surgical procedures treats hydrocephalus?
the treatment of hydrocephalus
What is the difference between viral and genetic hydrocephalus?
I have hydrocephalus and its not "viral" hydrocephalus, its congenital (i believe that's how its spelled.) anyways congenital hydrocephalus is present or detected at birth without it being in your ancestry. Genetic hydrocephalus means it was passed on from a generation or family member before you.
Is hydrocephalus comes under Brain Tumor?
Hydrocephalus is a collection of fluid, it is not a tumor.
How do you use the word hydrocephalus in a sentence?
This patient's operative hydrocephalus, for which a stent was implanted for drainage.
Who gets hydrocephalus?
Hydrocephalus is a brain disorder that is usually the result of another problem within the skull.
Does your baby have hydrocephalus?
for information regarding this subject go to the link below (Hydrocephalus Fact Sheet)
Why does hydrocephalus cause learning impairment?
Hydrocephalus can cause learning impairment by putting pressure on the brain.
What has the author John Lorber written?
John Lorber has written: 'Your child with hydrocephalus' -- subject(s): Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus in children, In infancy and childhood, Popular works 'Results of treatment of myelomeningocele'
What tests would be used to determine if an infant has hydrocephalus?
Initially CT scan is used to confirm hydrocephalus.
