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Congenital hydrocephalus is defined as the abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid resulting in the enlargement of the ventricular system in which the intracranial pressure is known or suspected to be elevated and present since before birth. Congenital hydrocephalus can occur in isolation but is often associated with other conditions such as aqueductal stenosis and spina bifida. Surgery, generally the placement of a ventriculopritoneal shunt, is the mainstay of treatment. Cognitive outcomes are variable and most predicted by associated disability. |
