Hydrocephaly Analysis Supported by Computerized Tomography and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance

Abstract

Hydrocephalus is widely known as “hydrocephaly” or “water in the brain,” a building up of abnormal cerebrospinal fluid in the brain ventricles. Due to this abnormality, the size of the head becomes larger and increases the pressure in the skull. This pressure compresses the brain and causes damage to the brain. Identification by imaging techniques on the hydrocephalus is mandatory to treat the disease. Various methods and equipment have been used to image the hydrocephalus. Among them, computerized tomography (CT) scan and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) are the most considered methods and gives accurate result of imaging. Apart from imaging, cerebrospinal fluid-based biomarkers are also used to identify the condition of hydrocephalus. This review is discussed on “hydrocephalus” and its imaging captured by CT scan and NMR to support the biomarker analysis.

Correlation between Head Computed Tomography Scan Examination and Cranial Index Measurement in Pediatric Hydrocephalus

“…13,14 Hydrocephalus was determined according to the triad of hydrocephalus proposed by Zhang et al, including the presence of widening of the anterior horn in a round or convex shape, dilatation of the posterior temporal horn, and the presence of periventricular hypodense. 15 Based on the type of hydrocephalus listed in the table, the communicating type was much more than non-communicating hydrocephalus or the blockage above the IV ventricle. A study conducted by Harwood also found that 30% of non-communicating hydrocephalus subjects.…”

Concurrent Hydrocephalus and Ulcerative Colitis: Exploring the Role of IL18: A Case Report

“…Congenital hydrocephalus (HC) arises from an imbalance in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) dynamics, resulting in increased CSF volume, influenced by ventricle and subarachnoid space dimensions [1]. Common causes of infant hydrocephaly encompass congenital malformations, intraventricular hemorrhages, neoplasms, infections, and age-specific factors [2]. At present, diagnosing fetal hydrocephalus involves intrauterine ultrasound, genetic testing, or postnatal assessment based on clinical signs, utilizing sonography, computed tomography (CT) scan, and/or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).…”

“…At present, diagnosing fetal hydrocephalus involves intrauterine ultrasound, genetic testing, or postnatal assessment based on clinical signs, utilizing sonography, computed tomography (CT) scan, and/or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). CT and MRI become crucial for evaluating disease progression and management efficacy, as prenatal ultrasound cannot gauge intracranial pressure [1,2,3]. While hydrocephalus as a standalone condition is common, its co-occurrence with ulcerative colitis is exceptionally rare, warranting specialized attention due to the potential shared pathophysiology between the two conditions.…”

¿Cuál es la presión de drenaje óptima en hidrocefalias tumorales obstructivas? Análisis de factores subyacentes al sobredrenado valvular, revisión de casos y desarrollo de protocolo quirúrgico

“…En la mayoría de los casos se asoció a edema transependimario. 11 Todos los pacientes fueron tratados con shunt que presentaban mecanismo "anti-siphon". Las presiones fueron medidas en milímetros de agua (mmH20).…”