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Hydrocephalus, CT scan C018 / 0567
Hydrocephalus. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of the brain of a 22 year old patient with hydrocephalus (fluid in the brain). This is a condition in which there is an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), the liquid that surrounds and cushions the brain. This leads to dilation of the ventricles (yellow), the cavities in the brain that circulate CSF, and the compression of the brain tissue. Treatment is with drainage of the fluid
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Accumulation Axial Cerebral Cerebrospinal Fluid Ct Scan Diagnosis Diagnostic Dilated Enlarged Hydrocephalus Radiography Twenties Twenty Two Ventricles Water On The Brain X Ray Machine Xray Abnormal Accumulating Brain Condition Disorder Neurology Section Sectioned Unhealthy
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This print showcases a coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of the brain, specifically depicting hydrocephalus in a 22-year-old patient. Hydrocephalus is a condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), which surrounds and cushions the brain. The image vividly illustrates the consequences of this condition, with dilation of the ventricles highlighted in yellow, representing the cavities responsible for circulating CSF throughout the brain. As a result of fluid buildup, compression on the brain tissue occurs, leading to various health complications. This diagnostic image serves as an invaluable tool for medical professionals specializing in neurology and allows them to accurately diagnose and assess this disorder. The young adult depicted in this CT scan demonstrates how hydrocephalus can affect individuals at any age. With its detailed visualization, it emphasizes both the severity and complexity of this disease within our intricate human body. Fortunately, treatment options are available to alleviate symptoms caused by hydrocephalus through drainage procedures that effectively remove excess fluid from affected areas. This photograph not only sheds light on an important neurological disorder but also highlights advancements made in medical imaging technology such as CT scans. Captured by ZEPHYR/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, this powerful image provides valuable insights into understanding hydrocephalus while showcasing science's ability to unravel complex conditions affecting our most vital organ -the brain
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