Congenital Hydrocephalus
| Autor: | Chelsie M, Estey |
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| Rok vydání: | 2016 |
| Předmět: |
040301 veterinary sciences
Comorbidity 04 agricultural and veterinary sciences Cat Diseases Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt 0403 veterinary science 03 medical and health sciences Dogs Postoperative Complications Treatment Outcome 0302 clinical medicine Cats Animals Dog Diseases Small Animals 030217 neurology & neurosurgery Hydrocephalus |
| Zdroj: | Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice. 46:217-229 |
| ISSN: | 0195-5616 |
| DOI: | 10.1016/j.cvsm.2015.10.003 |
| Popis: | There are several types of hydrocephalus, which are characterized based on the location of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) accumulation. Physical features of animals with congenital hydrocephalus may include a dome-shaped skull, persistent fontanelle, and bilateral ventrolateral strabismus. Medical therapy involves decreasing the production of CSF. The most common surgical treatment is placement of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt. Postoperative complications may include infection, blockage, drainage abnormalities, and mechanical failure. |
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