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What type of injury is characterized by damage to brain tissue on the side opposite to the initial impact?
What type of injury is characterized by damage to brain tissue on the side opposite to the initial impact?
- Cerebral contusion
- Depressed skull fracture
- Contrecoup injury (correct)
- Concussion
Which component is NOT found in high concentration in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) compared to blood?
Which component is NOT found in high concentration in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) compared to blood?
- Protein (correct)
- Sodium
- Glucose
- Chloride
What is one of the key functions of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
What is one of the key functions of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
- Transport oxygen
- Maintain thermal balance
- Remove waste products (correct)
- Protect against bacterial infection
Which of the following solutes is present in cerebrospinal fluid at lower concentrations than in blood?
Which of the following solutes is present in cerebrospinal fluid at lower concentrations than in blood?
What type of skull fracture occurs when bone is driven into brain tissue?
What type of skull fracture occurs when bone is driven into brain tissue?
Which electrolyte is present in cerebrospinal fluid at a higher concentration than in blood?
Which electrolyte is present in cerebrospinal fluid at a higher concentration than in blood?
Which of the following is NOT considered a function of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
Which of the following is NOT considered a function of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
Which of these substances is primarily found in higher concentrations in cerebrospinal fluid but lower in blood?
Which of these substances is primarily found in higher concentrations in cerebrospinal fluid but lower in blood?
What facilitates the movement of larger water-soluble solutes across the cell membrane?
What facilitates the movement of larger water-soluble solutes across the cell membrane?
What property allows lipid soluble molecules to easily traverse the cell membrane?
What property allows lipid soluble molecules to easily traverse the cell membrane?
Which component's concentration is typically lower in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) compared to plasma?
Which component's concentration is typically lower in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) compared to plasma?
What role does ATP play in the function of P-glycoprotein?
What role does ATP play in the function of P-glycoprotein?
What is the typical sodium concentration range in plasma?
What is the typical sodium concentration range in plasma?
What happens to P-glycoproteins when they interact with lipid-soluble molecules?
What happens to P-glycoproteins when they interact with lipid-soluble molecules?
Which of these ions typically has a higher concentration in CSF compared to plasma?
Which of these ions typically has a higher concentration in CSF compared to plasma?
What is the characteristic of permeability at the choroid plexus compared to the blood-brain barrier?
What is the characteristic of permeability at the choroid plexus compared to the blood-brain barrier?
What does the opening pressure of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) indicate?
What does the opening pressure of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) indicate?
Which characteristic is typical of a normal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) sample?
Which characteristic is typical of a normal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) sample?
In a sub-arachnoid hemorrhage, what change is expected in CSF composition?
In a sub-arachnoid hemorrhage, what change is expected in CSF composition?
What is NOT a characteristic of the blood-brain barrier (BBB)?
What is NOT a characteristic of the blood-brain barrier (BBB)?
What is a primary function of the blood-brain barrier?
What is a primary function of the blood-brain barrier?
In cases of bacterial infection, which of the following changes occur in the CSF?
In cases of bacterial infection, which of the following changes occur in the CSF?
How do endothelial cells in the blood-brain barrier differ from those in peripheral capillaries?
How do endothelial cells in the blood-brain barrier differ from those in peripheral capillaries?
What happens to CSF lactate levels in cases of CNS infections?
What happens to CSF lactate levels in cases of CNS infections?
What is the primary cause of increased CSF pressure leading to hydrocephalus?
What is the primary cause of increased CSF pressure leading to hydrocephalus?
Which condition is characterized by the swelling of the optic disc due to increased intracranial pressure?
Which condition is characterized by the swelling of the optic disc due to increased intracranial pressure?
What condition results from the brain becoming flattened against the skull due to increased CSF volume?
What condition results from the brain becoming flattened against the skull due to increased CSF volume?
What is a common cause of hydrocephalus in older adults?
What is a common cause of hydrocephalus in older adults?
At what pressure is CSF typically measured in healthy individuals?
At what pressure is CSF typically measured in healthy individuals?
What is one of the associated conditions that can cause hydrocephalus in infants?
What is one of the associated conditions that can cause hydrocephalus in infants?
Which imaging techniques are typically used for diagnosing hydrocephalus?
Which imaging techniques are typically used for diagnosing hydrocephalus?
What is the goal of cerebral perfusion?
What is the goal of cerebral perfusion?
What primarily determines the pressure gradient driving cerebral blood flow?
What primarily determines the pressure gradient driving cerebral blood flow?
Which condition is likely to decrease cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)?
Which condition is likely to decrease cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)?
According to the Monro-Kellie Doctrine, what must occur if there is an increase in brain swelling?
According to the Monro-Kellie Doctrine, what must occur if there is an increase in brain swelling?
What is the effect of elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) on the brain?
What is the effect of elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) on the brain?
For proper cerebral blood flow to occur, which condition must be true?
For proper cerebral blood flow to occur, which condition must be true?
What does central venous pressure (CVP) reflect in relation to blood flow?
What does central venous pressure (CVP) reflect in relation to blood flow?
What can an increase in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) lead to within the skull?
What can an increase in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) lead to within the skull?
What primarily opposes blood flow into the brain?
What primarily opposes blood flow into the brain?
What is the relationship between ICP and CPP?
What is the relationship between ICP and CPP?
What does a Cerebral Perfusion Pressure (CPP) of less than 50 mmHg indicate?
What does a Cerebral Perfusion Pressure (CPP) of less than 50 mmHg indicate?
Which factor is NOT affected by high ICP?
Which factor is NOT affected by high ICP?
What primary physiological adjustment does the body make when CPP is critically low?
What primary physiological adjustment does the body make when CPP is critically low?
Which condition can lead to an increase in ICP?
Which condition can lead to an increase in ICP?
How does high ICP affect blood vessel function in the brain?
How does high ICP affect blood vessel function in the brain?
What happens when CPP exceeds 100 mmHg?
What happens when CPP exceeds 100 mmHg?
Which of the following best describes how the body responds to rising ICP?
Which of the following best describes how the body responds to rising ICP?
What is the primary site of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) production?
What is the primary site of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) production?
Which structure directly influences the circulation of CSF through the brain's ventricles?
Which structure directly influences the circulation of CSF through the brain's ventricles?
How often is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) replaced in the human body?
How often is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) replaced in the human body?
What is the approximate total volume of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) at any given time?
What is the approximate total volume of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) at any given time?
What is the correct sequence of CSF flow from the lateral ventricles to the fourth ventricle?
What is the correct sequence of CSF flow from the lateral ventricles to the fourth ventricle?
What is one of the primary consequences of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
What is one of the primary consequences of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
Which manifestation is closely associated with a significant rise in ICP?
Which manifestation is closely associated with a significant rise in ICP?
Which of the following is NOT a typical cause of increased ICP?
Which of the following is NOT a typical cause of increased ICP?
What role does cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) volume play in managing increased ICP?
What role does cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) volume play in managing increased ICP?
Which imaging technique is essential for diagnosing conditions associated with raised ICP?
Which imaging technique is essential for diagnosing conditions associated with raised ICP?
What can happen to the brainstem if ICP rises excessively?
What can happen to the brainstem if ICP rises excessively?
Which type of brain herniation is associated with compression of the temporal lobe?
Which type of brain herniation is associated with compression of the temporal lobe?
What is a critical concern when performing a lumbar puncture if elevated ICP is suspected?
What is a critical concern when performing a lumbar puncture if elevated ICP is suspected?
What is one major function of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that directly impacts brain protection?
What is one major function of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that directly impacts brain protection?
Which characteristic best describes the relative impact of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) on brain weight?
Which characteristic best describes the relative impact of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) on brain weight?
Where is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) primarily formed in the brain?
Where is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) primarily formed in the brain?
What are the consequences of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) on the brain?
What are the consequences of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) on the brain?
Which statement about cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) function as a cushion is true?
Which statement about cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) function as a cushion is true?
What role does cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) play in relation to the spinal cord?
What role does cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) play in relation to the spinal cord?
Cushing's reflex is a response to what condition within the cranial cavity?
Cushing's reflex is a response to what condition within the cranial cavity?
What is the primary purpose of the blood-brain barrier in relation to cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
What is the primary purpose of the blood-brain barrier in relation to cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
What is a potential consequence of untreated hydrocephalus?
What is a potential consequence of untreated hydrocephalus?
How does increased intracranial pressure (ICP) typically affect a patient neurologically?
How does increased intracranial pressure (ICP) typically affect a patient neurologically?
What is one common cause of aqueductal stenosis in infants?
What is one common cause of aqueductal stenosis in infants?
What is a typical method for diagnosing increased cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) pressure?
What is a typical method for diagnosing increased cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) pressure?
What specific condition in older adults can lead to Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH)?
What specific condition in older adults can lead to Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH)?
Which sign could indicate increased ICP during a clinical examination?
Which sign could indicate increased ICP during a clinical examination?
What can the enlargement of the ventricles indicate in a neurological assessment?
What can the enlargement of the ventricles indicate in a neurological assessment?
Which of the following conditions could potentially lead to neural tube defects in infants?
Which of the following conditions could potentially lead to neural tube defects in infants?
What primarily drives cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)?
What primarily drives cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)?
According to the Monro-Kellie Doctrine, what must happen when there is an increase in brain swelling?
According to the Monro-Kellie Doctrine, what must happen when there is an increase in brain swelling?
How does elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) affect cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)?
How does elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) affect cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)?
What role does mean arterial pressure (MAP) play in blood flow to the brain?
What role does mean arterial pressure (MAP) play in blood flow to the brain?
What explains the relationship between mean arterial pressure (MAP) and intracranial pressure (ICP) for proper cerebral blood flow?
What explains the relationship between mean arterial pressure (MAP) and intracranial pressure (ICP) for proper cerebral blood flow?
Which component is NOT included in the determination of intracranial pressure (ICP)?
Which component is NOT included in the determination of intracranial pressure (ICP)?
What could potentially result from a decrease in cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)?
What could potentially result from a decrease in cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)?
What is the relationship between the pressure gradient and the components influencing cerebral blood flow?
What is the relationship between the pressure gradient and the components influencing cerebral blood flow?
What physiological response characterizes Cushing’s Reflex as a reaction to increased intracranial pressure?
What physiological response characterizes Cushing’s Reflex as a reaction to increased intracranial pressure?
Which of the following is NOT a component of Cushing’s Triad?
Which of the following is NOT a component of Cushing’s Triad?
What is the main danger associated with the manifestation of Cushing's Reflex in a patient?
What is the main danger associated with the manifestation of Cushing's Reflex in a patient?
What compensatory mechanism causes bradycardia during Cushing’s Reflex?
What compensatory mechanism causes bradycardia during Cushing’s Reflex?
Which intervention is NOT typically used to manage increased intracranial pressure?
Which intervention is NOT typically used to manage increased intracranial pressure?
What primary change occurs to respiration due to increased ICP as it compresses the brainstem?
What primary change occurs to respiration due to increased ICP as it compresses the brainstem?
What underlying problem must be addressed to manage Cushing's Reflex effectively?
What underlying problem must be addressed to manage Cushing's Reflex effectively?
How does Cushing’s Reflex help maintain cerebral perfusion?
How does Cushing’s Reflex help maintain cerebral perfusion?
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Contrecoup injuries
Contrecoup injuries
Brain injuries on the opposite side of the initial impact, caused by head movement and brain sloshing in the CSF.
Depressed skull fracture
Depressed skull fracture
Skull fracture where the bone is driven into brain tissue.
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Fluid that surrounds and cushions the brain and spinal cord, maintaining chemical stability, and removing waste products.
Components of CSF (organic):
Components of CSF (organic):
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Components of CSF (inorganic)
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CSF vs. Blood Solutes
CSF vs. Blood Solutes
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CSF's Function 1
CSF's Function 1
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CSF's Function 2
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Cell membrane permeability
Cell membrane permeability
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P-glycoprotein
P-glycoprotein
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Lipid solubility
Lipid solubility
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Blood-brain barrier
Blood-brain barrier
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Sodium concentration
Sodium concentration
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Potassium concentration
Potassium concentration
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Chloride concentration
Chloride concentration
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Choroid Plexus
Choroid Plexus
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Opening CSF pressure
Opening CSF pressure
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Normal CSF characteristics
Normal CSF characteristics
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CSF change in Sub-arachnoid hemorrhage
CSF change in Sub-arachnoid hemorrhage
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CSF changes with bacterial infection
CSF changes with bacterial infection
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Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB)
Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB)
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BBB structure
BBB structure
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BBB function
BBB function
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BBB vs Peripheral Capillary
BBB vs Peripheral Capillary
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What is intracranial pressure?
What is intracranial pressure?
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How is CSF pressure measured?
How is CSF pressure measured?
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What happens when CSF circulation is obstructed?
What happens when CSF circulation is obstructed?
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What is papilledema?
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What is hydrocephalus?
What is hydrocephalus?
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What causes hydrocephalus in infants?
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What causes hydrocephalus in older adults?
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What is the role of cerebral perfusion?
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Cerebral Perfusion
Cerebral Perfusion
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Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)
Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)
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Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
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Monro-Kellie Doctrine
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Elevated ICP
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Brain Ischemia
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Central Venous Pressure (CVP)
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Cerebral Blood Flow Gradient
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What is Cerebral Perfusion Pressure (CPP)?
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What is the normal range for CPP?
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What happens when CPP is below 50 mmHg?
What happens when CPP is below 50 mmHg?
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How does high ICP affect CPP?
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What is the body's priority when CPP is critically low?
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What is the relationship between ICP and CPP?
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What are the consequences of a reduced CPP?
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What is the primary cause of increased ICP?
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CSF Circulation
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CSF Production Rate
CSF Production Rate
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CSF Replacement Rate
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CSF Volume
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CSF Functions
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CSF Formation
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What is the Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB)?
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Increased ICP Consequences
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Cushing's Reflex
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Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
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What is intracranial pressure (ICP) caused by?
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What are the dangers of increased ICP?
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What are the consequences of increased ICP?
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What are some manifestations of increased ICP?
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How is increased ICP diagnosed?
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What is the role of cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)?
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What is the goal of managing increased ICP?
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What is Intracranial Pressure (ICP)?
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What is CSF Pressure?
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Cerebral Perfusion Pressure (CPP)
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Cushing's Triad
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Hypertension in Cushing's Reflex
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Bradycardia in Cushing's Reflex
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Irregular Respiration in Cushing's Reflex
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Clinical Perspective of Cushing's Reflex
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Management of Cushing's Reflex
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Consequences if Cushing's Reflex is Unmanaged
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course: CNS
- Year: 2
- Semester: 1
- Code: CNS
- Title: Blood Brain Barrier, Cerebrospinal fluid, Intracranial Pressure
- Lecturer: Dr. Melanie Föcking (RCSI-IE), Dr. Colin Greengrass (RCSI-BH)
- Date: November 2024
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
- CSF is a clear, colorless fluid
- Found in the brain and spinal cord
- Acts as a cushion
- Provides basic mechanical and immunological protection to the brain
Functions of CSF
- Buoyancy: Counteracts brain weight, ensuring it is neutrally buoyant, protecting from gravity injury
- Protection: Acts as a cushion against impacts and blows
- Cushioning: Allows the brain to withstand minor traumas of everyday living
- Circulation: Transports and removes nutrients and waste products
Formation of CSF
- Primary site: Choroid plexus (tufts of capillaries in the ventricles)
- Formed by tufts of capillaries and their associated membranes
- Majority formed in the lateral ventricles (70%)
- Remaining 30% produced by other brain capillaries
Blood-CSF Barrier
- Formed by choroid plexus and other brain capillaries
- Regulates the entry of substances from blood into CSF
- Transporters promote entry of some substances and restrict others
- Maintains optimal ionic concentration for neuronal functioning
- Helps in buffering pH and waste products
CSF Components (Composition)
- Primarily water (99.13%)
- Organic solutes (0.87%): Glucose, albumin, urea, amino acids, globulins, immunoglobulins, lactate, enzymes, neurotransmitters etc
- Inorganic solutes: Sodium(Na+), chloride (Cl-), potassium (K+), bicarbonate (HCO3-), calcium (Ca2+), magnesium (Mg2+), trace metals
Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
- Pressure exerted within the skull
- Reflects pressure from brain tissue, blood, and CSF
- Normal range: 7-15 mm Hg (in adults, supine)
- Elevated ICP can compress cerebral vessels, reducing blood flow & causing cerebral ischemia
Causes of Increased ICP
- Traumatic brain injury
- Brain tumours
- Haemorrhage (e.g., subdural, epidural, intracerebral)
- Hydrocephalus
- Infections (e.g., meningitis, encephalitis)
Consequences of Increased ICP
- Brain herniation syndromes (e.g., uncal, central, tonsillar)
- Compressed brainstem → Impaired consciousness and respiratory depression
Clinical Relevance of ISF
- Abnormalities in ISF formation/composition can cause neurological issues
- Alzheimer's disease: Impaired ISF dynamics can lead to beta-amyloid accumulation
- Oedema: Brain injury can disrupt the BBB, leading to abnormal ISF accumulation & swelling
Abnormal Trauma
- Abnormal trauma leads to brain injury
- Examples: Contrecoup injury and depressed skull fracture
CSF Circulation
- CSF flows from the lateral ventricles through the interventricular foramina to the third ventricle, then through the cerebral aqueduct to the fourth ventricle to the subarachnoid space.
- CSF circulates around the brain and spinal cord and is absorbed into venous blood via arachnoid granulations.
Glymphatic System
- The glymphatic system is a CSF-based waste clearance pathway that plays a significant role in waste removal.
- CSF facilitates waste transportation.
- Primarily active during sleep.
Lumbar Puncture
- A hollow needle is inserted between the 3rd/4th or 4th/5th lumbar vertebrae in such a way that the puncture site lies in the subarachnoid space.
- Opening pressure is the initial CSF pressure reading from the subarachnoid area.
Papilledema
- Swelling of optic disk
- A symptom of elevated ICP
Hydrocephalus
- An increase in CSF volume
- Results in enlarged ventricles
- Can cause brain flattening and damage
CPP (Cerebral Perfusion Pressure)
- Pressure gradient driving blood flow to brain tissue.
- Ensures the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to brain tissue
- CPPÂ = MAP - ICP
- Normal range: 60-80 mmHg
- Low CPP can lead to brain ischemia.
- High CPP can cause damage.
Cushing's Reflex
- A physiological response to increased intracranial pressure (ICP).
- Mechanism: The body attempts to increase blood pressure and slow heart rate to maintain perfusion despite the reduced pressure gradient.
- Elevated blood pressure with bradycardia, irregular respiration
- Important clinical sign that can indicate rising ICP.
Management of Raised ICP
- Address the underlying causes (e.g., trauma, hemorrhage, tumour)
- Reduce ICP: Medication, fluid removal, or surgical decompression.
- Optimise blood flow.
- Monitoring ICP
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Test your knowledge on Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) and its functions, including buoyancy, protection, cushioning, and circulation. Discover how CSF is formed and its significance in the brain's mechanical and immunological protection. This quiz is designed for 2nd-year CNS students.