18 Questions
What is the result of obstruction in the ventricular system?
Reduced perfusion of tissue
What is the function of the arachnoid villi in the CSF flow?
To absorb CSF
Which type of hydrocephalus is caused by malfunction of the arachnoid villi?
Communicating or non-obstructive
What is the main characteristic of Dandy-Walker Malformation?
Agenesis or hypoplasia of the cerebellar vermis
Which of the following is a cause of hydrocephalus?
Meningitis
What is the term for structural defects in the cerebellum and fourth ventricle?
Dandy-Walker Malformation
What is the name of the condition when part of the cerebellum extends below the foramen magnum and into the upper spinal canal?
Chiari malformation
What is a possible symptom of Chiari malformation?
Lethargy
What is the purpose of a V-P shunt in the treatment of Chiari malformation?
To remove excess fluid
What is a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) also known as?
Mini stroke
What is a possible complication of Chiari malformation?
Increased risk of developmental disabilities
What is the name of the medication that promotes urination and is used to treat Chiari malformation?
Acetazolamide
What is the term for a stroke in which symptoms resolve within 24 hours?
Transient stroke
What is the main cause of permanent damage in the brain during a stroke?
Reduced blood flow to the brain
What percentage of strokes are categorized as ischemic?
85%
What is the term for the formation of a clot in a blood vessel?
Thrombosis
What is the role of vitamin D in multiple sclerosis?
Vitamin D deficiency is a risk factor for MS
What is the term for a stroke that is still evolving and the patient's condition continues to worsen?
Progressive stroke
This quiz covers the pathology of the nervous system, focusing on hydrocephalus and its causes, types, and effects. It also touches on ischemia and its relationship to hypoxia and obstruction of blood flow. Test your knowledge of these critical concepts in neurology.
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