Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus (pronounced 鈥渉i-droh-SEF-eh-less鈥) is a condition that makes extra spinal fluid build up in the hollow areas around the brain, causing pressure and swelling in the head. Often called 鈥渨ater on the brain,鈥 hydrocephalus can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired (occur over time). It can happen to a child at any age, even a fetus growing in the womb. Although the cause isn鈥檛 always known, it usually happens due to a medical problem so it鈥檚 important to diagnose it as soon as possible. At 91制片厂在线看 Children's, our goal is to treat the urgent symptoms, and find the reason for the hydrocephalus. Then we work together to make a plan for your child鈥檚 long-term health and development.聽聽
Hydrocephalus (pronounced 鈥渉i-droh-SEF-eh-less鈥) is a condition that makes extra spinal fluid build up in the hollow areas around the brain, causing pressure and swelling in the head. Often called 鈥渨ater on the brain,鈥 hydrocephalus can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired (occur over time). It can happen to a child at any age, even a fetus growing in the womb. Although the cause isn鈥檛 always known, it usually happens due to a medical problem so it鈥檚 important to diagnose it as soon as possible. At 91制片厂在线看 Children's, our goal is to treat the urgent symptoms, and find the reason for the hydrocephalus. Then we work together to make a plan for your child鈥檚 long-term health and development.聽聽
Why Choose Us
Hydrocephalus is probably the most common reason for neurosurgery in children. At 91制片厂在线看, our highly skilled neurosurgeons are experienced in performing endoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery for smaller incisions and faster healing. For the longer term, whether your child needs more operations or has other developmental needs as they grow, our experts use proven treatments to address your child鈥檚 immediate needs, and then develop a plan for further care.
We also offer:
- World-class facilities featuring the most advanced diagnostic techniques and equipment聽
- Customized treatment plans based on research and commonly accepted best care practices
- Fully equipped neurosurgery operating rooms
- Innovative surgical techniques that minimize surgery risks, recovery time and pain