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Hydrocephaly Analysis Supported by Computerized Tomography and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance.
Tong Zhang1, Yawei Zhou2, Guohua Su3
1Department of Radiology, Jinan Central Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, No. 105, Jiefang Road, Lixia District, Jinan, Shandong Province 250013, China.
Journal of Analytical Methods in Chemistry
|October 31, 2019
Summary
Hydrocephalus, or water in the brain, involves abnormal cerebrospinal fluid buildup. Imaging via CT scan and NMR, alongside biomarkers, aids in diagnosing this condition impacting brain pressure and function.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Medical Imaging
- Biochemistry
Background:
- Hydrocephalus, also known as "water in the brain," is characterized by abnormal cerebrospinal fluid accumulation in brain ventricles.
- This condition leads to enlarged head size, increased intracranial pressure, and potential brain damage.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review diagnostic imaging techniques for hydrocephalus.
- To discuss the role of cerebrospinal fluid biomarkers in hydrocephalus identification.
- To support biomarker analysis through imaging findings.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on hydrocephalus imaging.
- Analysis of computerized tomography (CT) scan data for hydrocephalus.
- Evaluation of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) imaging for hydrocephalus detection.
Main Results:
- CT scans and NMR provide accurate imaging results for hydrocephalus.
- Cerebrospinal fluid-based biomarkers are supplementary diagnostic tools.
- Imaging findings correlate with biomarker analysis in hydrocephalus assessment.
Conclusions:
- Accurate imaging via CT and NMR is crucial for diagnosing hydrocephalus.
- Integrating imaging with biomarker analysis enhances diagnostic capabilities.
- Further research can optimize combined diagnostic approaches for hydrocephalus.
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