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Hydrocephalus in Children

Hydrocephalus in children causes an excessive accumulation of fluid in the brain, which can cause the ventricles to enlarge. Find resources where you can learn about the different types of hydrocephalus, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, testing and treatments.
Hydrocephalus in Children
Hydrocephalus in children causes an excessive accumulation of fluid in the brain, which can cause the ventricles to enlarge. Learn about the different types of hydrocephalus, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, testing and treatments.
Clinical Trials for Hydrocephalus
ClinicalTrials.gov listing of clinical trials involving hydrocephalus.
Children and Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus is a condition that causes an enlargement of the ventricles inside the brain because of a build up of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), which can lead to raised intracranial pressure. Learn about causes and treatments of hydrocephalus in children.
Hydrocephalus Center
A hydrocephalus patient centered guide, with resources about treating hydrocephalus, getting the diagnosis, coping with hydrocephalus and links to other sites.
Hydrocephalus Email Discussion Group
HYCEPH-L is an unmoderated email discussion list for people with hydrocephalus, their friends and family members, health care professionals and anyone else with an interest in hydrocephalus.
Hydrocephalus Foundation
Provides support and information for parents and families of children with hydrocephalus.

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