Treatment for hydrocephalus

Published on 18 June 2024

Tags: Expert Neurosurgeons, Hydrocephalus in adults, Neurology specialists, Surgery to implant a shunt, Treatment for hydrocephalus, Treatment for hydrocephalus in children

What is a ventriculoperitoneal shunt?

A ventriculoperitoneal shunt is a neurosurgical procedure designed to treat hydrocephalus, a condition characterized by the excessive accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain's ventricles. This excess fluid can increase intracranial pressure, leading to severe and potentially dangerous...

Hydrocephalus Due to Meningitis: Symptoms and Treatment

Published on 16 April 2024

Tags: Disability due to hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus due to meningitis, Hydrocephalus in adults, Meningitis, Treatment for hydrocephalus, Treatment for hydrocephalus in children

Hydrocephalus Due to Meningitis: Symptoms and Treatment

Meningitis is a serious disease that involves inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. However, beyond the immediate symptoms and complications it can cause, such as fever, severe headache, and neck stiffness...

Tratamiento para la hidrocefalia en niños y adultos mayores

Published on 23 August 2022

Tags: Expert Neurosurgeons, Neurosurgery Surgeon, Treatment for hydrocephalus, Treatment for hydrocephalus in children, Treatment for hydrocephalus in older adults