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What is Dandy's syndrome?
Dandy-Walker syndrome refers to a group of specific, congenital (present at birth) brain malformations, and is a common cause of hydrocephalus (increased fluid in the brain)
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.
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 is Congenital Hydrocephalus?
Hydrocephalus, also known as water on the brain, is a condition where an abnormal amount of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up in the ventricles of the brain. This is a common secondary condition to the neural tube defect Spina Bifida, but it can occur on it's own, most likely from a head injury.
Why does hydrocephalus cause learning impairment?
Hydrocephalus can cause learning impairment by putting pressure on the brain.
Why is hydrocephalus not so common now?
Hydrocephalus is less common now primarily due to advancements in prenatal care and medical interventions, such as improved imaging techniques that allow for early detection and treatment of conditions that could lead to hydrocephalus. Additionally, better management of infections and congenital abnormalities has contributed to a decrease in its prevalence. With effective surgical options like ventriculoperitoneal shunts, many cases are now managed successfully, reducing the overall incidence of the condition.
How is memory affected by Spina Bifida?
People with Spina Bifida can be born with hydrocephalus ("water on the brain), which can cause memory problems. But not all people with Spina Bifida have hydrocephalus, and therefore not all of them have memory problems.
What is Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus?
Spina Bifida is a congenital neural tube defect where part of the spine and meninges are damaged and/or exposed. Hydrocephalus is a secondary condition sometimes associated with Spina Bifida where cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain.
Why would a mass in the third ventricle cause hydrocephalus?
I happen to have hydrocephalus :/ and that mass could cause a blockage, requirring insertion of a shunt by neurosurgeons.
What is the medical term meaning abnormally increased amount of cerebrospinal fluid within the brain of a newborn?
Too much cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the cranium (skull) is called hydrocephalus.
Will coronary occlusion cause congenital heart disease?
Congenital heart disease means you are born with this disease so coronary occlusion cannot be a cause of congenital heart disease.
Can alcohol cause hydrocephalus?
Alcohol itself does not directly cause hydrocephalus, which is the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain's ventricles. However, chronic alcohol abuse can lead to brain damage and other neurological conditions that may contribute to the development of hydrocephalus. Additionally, alcohol-related disorders during pregnancy, such as fetal alcohol syndrome, can affect brain development and potentially lead to complications, including hydrocephalus in the child. Overall, while alcohol is not a direct cause, its effects on the brain can increase the risk of conditions associated with hydrocephalus.
