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What happens if the opening for cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is blocked at birth?
What happens if the opening for cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is blocked at birth?
CSF is trapped inside the skull and increases internal pressure, causing the skull to enlarge, leading to hydrocephalus.
What is the approximate volume of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) contained in the brain?
What is the approximate volume of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) contained in the brain?
Approximately 150 cm3
How is hydrocephalus detected using a crude method?
How is hydrocephalus detected using a crude method?
By measuring the circumference of the skull just above the ears, where a larger value indicates hydrocephalus.
What is the range of normal values for the circumference of the skull in newborn infants?
What is the range of normal values for the circumference of the skull in newborn infants?
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What is the range of normal eye pressure?
What is the range of normal eye pressure?
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