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University of Florida Brain Institute official page informs about hydrocephalus research, particularly that occurring in the fetus and at birth. Hazel C. Jones, Ph.D.
http://www.ufbi.ufl.edu/~joneslab/
Oreilly.com -- Online Catalog: Hydrocephalus: A Guide For Patients, Families & F
Educates families so they can select a neurosurgeon, understand treatments, discover where to turn for support, keep records needed for treatments, and make wise lifestyle choices.
http://www.oreilly.com/catalog/hydro/

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Hydrocephalus
Information and advice about hydrocephalus, treatment and shunts. Includes a section about DandyWalker malformation.
http://www.nyneurosurgery.org/child/hydrocephalus/hydrocephalus.htm
Treatment Of Hydrocephalus: Shunts
Clinical features, treatment, and information on the SlitVentricle Syndrome. Arno H. Fried, MD, Category Health Conditions and Diseases hydrocephalusBrain tumor treatment information new treatments, virtual brain tumor trial,brain tumor links, important papers Treatment of hydrocephalus Shunts.
http://virtualtrials.com/shunts.cfm

Extractions: [Click HERE to print this page!] Arno H. Fried, M.D., Mel H. Epstein, M.D. The use of shunting for hydrocephalus has a long history of improvements made through basic science, as well as clinical innovations and biomedical products. Shunting has dramatically changed the outlook of children with hydrocephalus, with many of them having normal life expectancies and attaining normal intelligence. The use of shunts, however, has created many unique problems of shunt dependence with frequent shunt revisions being the rule for most hydrocephalic children. Shunt problems assume a major amount of all neurosurgeons efforts. In addition, the slit ventricle syndrome has posed many new questions regarding what the post-shunting ventricular size should be, and what problems are created by having a slit-like ventricular system. This article reviews current concepts of childhood hydrocephalus with respect to the various hydrocephalic syndromes, and provides detailed descriptions of problems unique to various shunting systems. In addition, the slit ventricle syndrome is distinguished from asymptomatic post shunted slit-ventricles. The various forms of the slit-ventricle syndrome are described , and proposed guidelines for classifying, working up, and treating the slit ventricle syndromes are provided.
ASBAH - What Is Hydrocephalus?
Information about spina bifida, hydrocephalus and related topics. Home pages ofthe Association for Spina Bifida and hydrocephalus. What is hydrocephalus?
http://www.asbah.org/whatishyd.html

Extractions: Hydrocephalus is commonly known as 'water on the brain'. A watery fluid, known as cerebro-spinal fluid or CSF, is produced constantly inside each of the four spaces or ventricles inside the brain. The CSF normally flows through narrow pathways from one ventricle to the next, then out over the outside of the brain and down the spinal cord. The CSF is absorbed into the bloodstream and recirculates, and the amount and pressure are normally kept within a fairly narrow range. If the drainage pathways are blocked at any point, the fluid accumulates in the ventricles inside the brain, causing them to swell - resulting in compression of surrounding tissue. In babies and infants, the head will enlarge. In older children and adults, the head size cannot increase as the bones which form the skull are completely joined together. The condition is caused by the inability of CSF to drain into the bloodstream. There are many reasons why this can happen: This means that hydrocephalus is present at birth. It is important to remember that this term does not imply that it is hereditary. Often the exact cause of congenital hydrocephalus cannot be determined.
Www.patientcenters.com -- Hydrocephalus Centeri -- What Is Hydrocephalus
What is hydrocephalus? Types of hydrocephalus. hydrocephalus is a conditionwhere the normal drainage of CSF in the brain is blocked in some way.
http://www.patientcenters.com/hydrocephalus/news/whatishydro.html
Welcome To NHFonline
NHF goals are to facilitate a network for those affected by hydrocephalus, increase public awareness, Category Health Conditions and Diseases hydrocephalus Associationselcome to NHFonline. The website for the National hydrocephalus Foundation.We have created this resource to help both visitors and members.
http://nhfonline.org/
November Feature - Hydrocephalus
hydrocephalus The term hydrocephalus is derived from two words (HYDRO =water, CEPHALUS = head). hydrocephalus can be treated in many ways.
http://www.neurosurgery.org/pubpages/patres/features/nov97_hydro.html

Extractions: Hydrocephalus The term hydrocephalus is derived from two words (HYDRO = water, CEPHALUS = head). Hydrocephalus is a condition in which too much cerebrospinal fluid accumulates within the ventricles of the brain and may increase pressure within the cranium. The condition may occur at any age. The human brain is encased within the skull of the cranium which provides it with significant protection. Inside the cranium, the brain floats in a sea of liquid, which is called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). This fluid is constantly being produced in the brain and circulated around the brain and spinal cord in a regular pattern. The CSF is subsequently absorbed by mushroom-like structures over the brain called arachnoid villae, and is then returned to the bloodstream. The amount of CSF within the brain remains fairly constant; consequently, the water pressure which contributes to the overall pressure inside the skull - known as the intracranial pressure (ICP) - also remains fairly constant. Hydrocephalus occurs when CSF circulation is altered in some way. For instance, the flow of CSF may be obstructed, CSF may not be adequately reabsorbed into the bloodstream, or less often, too much CSF is produced. Obstruction of CSF flow can be the result of a birth defect, brain tumor, infection, hemorrhage, or brain injury. In some infants, particularly those born with
Lateral Ventricles. Normal Coronal Section Lateral Ventricles.
Highlights types, causes, and treatments of hydrocephalus. Photos and diagrams provided. Silvia Category Health Conditions and Diseases hydrocephalushydrocephalus. Silvia Helena Cardoso, MSc, PhD. Causes. hydrocephalusis caused by the inability of CSF to drain into the bloodstream.
http://www.epub.org.br/cm/n02/doencas/hidrocephalus_i.htm

Extractions: Hydrocephalus Silvia Helena Cardoso, MSc, PhD The cerebro-spinal fluid (CSF) is produced constantly inside each of the four spaces or ventricles inside the brain. It normally In normal people it flows through narrow pathways from one ventricle to the next, then out over the outside of the brain and down the spinal cord and into the blood. If the drainage pathways are obstructed at any point, the fluid accumulates in the ventricles inside the brain, causing them to swell - resulting in compression of surrounding tissue. In babies and infants, the head will enlarge. In older children and adults, the head size cannot increase as the bones which form the skull are completely joined together. the head, associated with the accumulation of CSF within the ventricles of the brain. Hydrocephalus is commonly known as 'water on the brain', although this is not accurate. It is the condition where the fluid spaces in the brain (v entricles ) become enlarged. The ventricular system dilates when CSF flow is obstructed.
Hydrocephalus Support Group
hydrocephalus Support of New Jersey. This Does dealing with hydrocephalusleave you feeling overwhelmed, alone and plain tired? There
http://cpmcnet.columbia.edu/dept/nsg/sup/Welcome.html

Extractions: Hydrocephalus Support of New Jersey This site is currently under construction. Does dealing with hydrocephalus leave you feeling overwhelmed, alone and plain tired? There is help out there if you are a parent of a child with hydrocephalus or and adult living with hydrocephalus. If you need services such as: Registering with state or county agencies, Early intervention programs, Respite care, Special equiptment, Funding, Medical bill relief or contact with other handicap support groups, Emotional support, An ear to listen to you, Help dealing with other families and relatives, You'ved found a source. My name is Pat Dahl and I am a mother of four and have a seven year old daughter with hydrocephalus. If you want to join this effort or need support, you can call me at . If you know of someone who could benefit, feel free to pass along this info to them. As a parent, you are your childs' advocate. NOTE: No info is available on the annual Hydrocephalus Symposium, usually in New York City in June. We are not sure if there will be one this year. Also, I do get back to everyone eventually, please be patient. I have had an overwhelming response to this web page. If you feel that a matter is urgent, please feel free to call. For more information on hydrocephalus, visit the Pediatric Neurosurgery Home Page
Kent Association For Spina Bifida And Hydrocephalus
Information and support in Gravesend. Location, information sheets, staff profiles, services offered, aims and newsletters.
http://www.kasbah.org.uk/
T.J.'s Page
Information about living with a disability due to Spina Bifida and hydrocephalus. Includes a photo album, informative links and personal experiences.
http://members.cox.net/johnsonclan1
MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Hydrocephalus
hydrocephalus. Myelomeningocele, a disorder involving incomplete closureof the spinal column, is strongly associated with hydrocephalus.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001571.htm

Extractions: Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Skull of a newborn Alternative names Return to top Water on the brain Definition Return to top Hydrocephalus is an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the ventricles of the brain, leading to their enlargement and swelling. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is formed in a region of the brain known as the choroid plexus. CSF usually circulates through channels of the brain known as ventricles, as well as flowing around the outside of the brain and through the spinal canal.
Hydrocephalus Hub
A brief definition of hydrocephalus, followed by links to overviews, researcharticles, case reports, images, organizations. hydrocephalus
http://www.healthubs.com/hydrocephalus/

Extractions: Hydrocephalus is a condition in which the primary characteristic is excessive accumulation of fluid in the brain. It may be congenital or acquired. Congenital hydrocephalus is present at birth and may be caused by either environmental influences or genetic predisposition. Acquired hydrocephalus develops at the time of birth or at some point afterward. Acquired hydrocephalus can affect individuals of all ages and may be caused by injury or disease. Hydrocephalus is most often treated with the surgical placement of a shunt system. Overviews Hydrocephalus Fact Sheet - by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Hydrocephalus by Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Hydrocephalus by MEDLINEplus - updated by Elizabeth Hait, M.D., Department of Pediatrics, Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH. Hydrocephalus by InteliHealth Hydrocephalus by Neil Feldstein MD Hydrocephalus, Family Guide to Neuromedicine - by University of Missouri. Hydrocephalus by Chicago Institute of Neurosurgery and Neuroresearch Hydrocephalus by Charles E. Kahn, Jr., MD., Medical College of Wisconsin
Sutter Neuroscience Medical Group
Specializing in pediatric and adult complex neurosurgery, including brain tumors, vascular malformations, hydrocephalus, spina bifida, and craniofacial disorders.
http://www.ecmc.neurohub.net

Extractions: Neurosurgeons are more than just brain surgeons. These medical specialists are trained to help patients with head and spine trauma; cerebrovascular disorders, such as aneurysms of the brain and clogged arteries in the neck that can lead to stroke; chronic low back pain; birth defects; brain and spinal tumors; and abnormalities of the peripheral (face, arms, legs, hands and feet) nerves.
Spina Bifida And Hydrocephalus Association Of Canada -= Welcome! =-
Since its inception in 1981, the Spina Bifida and hydrocephalus Association ofCanada (SBHAC) has been working on behalf of people with spina bifida and/or
http://www.sbhac.ca/index.php?page=main
Daniels Nf Page
The story of one child dealing with neurofibromatosis, hydrocephalus, optic glioma, blindness and learning difficulties. Links to other sites.
http://www.ilynn6.freeserve.co.uk
Spina Bifida And Hydrocephalus Association Of Canada -= Hydrocephalus =-
hydrocephalus The Facts. What is hydrocephalus? The accumulation of excess fluidin the brain is called hydrocephalus (hydro = water, cephalus = head).
http://www.sbhac.ca/index.php?page=hydra
Sylvan Fiberoptics Home Page
The PEDIASCANÂ® is a cold light output portable fiberoptic transilluminator.It is the stateof-the-art system for detecting pneumothoraces and hydrocephalus, identifying venipuncture sites, insertion of endotracheal tubes, PICC lines and other non-invasive tissue illumination uses.
http://www.sylvanmedical.com/
Dandy Walker Malformation
An introduction to this disorder from the HymanNewman Institute for Neurology and Neurosurgery.
http://nyneurosurgery.org/child/hydrocephalus/causes/dandy/dandy.htm

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