Effect of infusion tests on the dynamical properties of intracranial pressure in hydrocephalus

Adult hydrocephalus encompasses a heterogeneous group of disorders occurring in a wide range of ages, severity of symptoms and physiological states [1]. Patients with hydrocephalus generally show clinical symptoms, ventriculomegaly and anomalous cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) dynamics [1,2]. Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) can appear as a primary condition [3] or as a consequence of subarachnoid haemorrhage, traumatic brain injury (TBI) or meningitis [1,3]. Implantation of a CSF shunt is the main treatment option [4].

Source: Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine - July 7, 2016 Category: Bioinformatics Authors: Mar ía García, Jesús Poza, Alejandro Bachiller, David Santamarta, Roberto Hornero Source Type: research