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Hydrocephalus
Neurosurgery · Neurological
Severe
Severity
Uncommon — congenital hydrocephalus affects roughly 1 in 1,000 live births, with additional cases acquired later in life
Prevalence
No
Contagious
Neurosurgery
Specialist
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🛡️Prevention of Hydrocephalus
- 1No specific prevention exists for congenital hydrocephalus
- 2though prompt treatment of infections like meningitis
- 3early management of head injuries
- 4and timely treatment of brain tumours can reduce the risk of acquired hydrocephalus
- 5adequate prenatal care supports early detection of congenital cases
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