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Hydrocephalus in the child with dysraphism

M S Dias1, D G McLone

  • 1Children's Hospital of Buffalo, New York.

Neurosurgery Clinics of North America
|October 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Hydrocephalus affects 85% of myelomeningocele patients, often due to Chiari malformation obstructing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow. Recognizing subtle symptoms is key to timely shunt revision and avoiding risky procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Developmental Biology

Background:

  • Hydrocephalus is a common complication in myelomeningocele, affecting up to 85% of patients.
  • The primary cause is often obstruction of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow at the posterior fossa and tentorial hiatus.
  • This obstruction is frequently linked to posterior fossa crowding associated with Chiari malformation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To elucidate the mechanisms of hydrocephalus in myelomeningocele patients.
  • To detail the diverse clinical presentations of hydrocephalus in this population.
  • To emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate management.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical data and neuroimaging findings in patients with myelomeningocele and hydrocephalus.
  • Analysis of the relationship between Chiari malformation, CSF flow dynamics, and hydrocephalus development.
  • Correlation of presenting signs and symptoms with diagnostic findings and treatment outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Posterior fossa crowding due to Chiari malformation is a significant cause of CSF obstruction and hydrocephalus.
  • Clinical manifestations range from overt signs of intracranial hypertension to subtle neurological and behavioral changes.
  • Symptoms can mimic other conditions like brainstem compression or spinal cord dysfunction.

Conclusions:

  • Prompt identification of hydrocephalus signs and symptoms in myelomeningocele is crucial.
  • Appropriate management, primarily shunt revision, can be guided by recognizing these presentations.
  • Timely intervention can prevent unnecessary and potentially hazardous procedures.

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