Health Library

Health Library Menu

What is a Lumbar Puncture?

other would be increased pressure in the brain called hydrocephalus, increased pressure that's caused by ... the needle is removed, and a bandage is placed over the injection site. The test takes about 15

Endovascular Neurosurgery and Interventional Neuroradiology

Endovascular neurosurgery is a subspecialty of neurosurgery. It uses catheters and radiology ... . Endovascular Neurosurgery and Interventional Neuroradiology You may be treated by a healthcare ... neurosurgery;radiology;catheters;spinal cord;minimally invasive;39

Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

Understanding Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus ... Normal pressure hydrocephalus is excess cerebrospinal fluid buildup in the brain ventricles ... . It may develop from infection, bleeding, injury, or surgery. Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus ... Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus;49;brain ventricles;cerebrospinal fluid

Neurosurgery (Neurological Surgery)

surgeon. Neurosurgery (Neurological Surgery) What is neurosurgery? Neurosurgery is a type of ... neurological surgery;neurosurgery;p00796

Having an External Ventricular Drain (EVD)

meningitis or bleeding. This is called hydrocephalus. In some cases, the ventricles may fill with blood ... because of an injury, a stroke, or another cause. Hydrocephalus increases pressure in the brain

Hydrocephalus in Children

*Hydrocephalus Ch ... A baby with hydrocephalus has extra fluid around the brain. This fluid is called cerebrospinal ... . Hydrocephalus What is hydrocephalus in children? A baby with hydrocephalus has extra fluid in ... Hydrocephalus;p02367

Laminotomy

, which eases symptoms. These surgeries are not cure-alls. But they are very good at reducing leg pain ... hospital on the morning of the surgery. Be sure to follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions on ... Neurosurgery;laminotomy;spinal surgery;or1043a;82371

Discharge Instructions for Hydrocephalus Following Shunt Placement (Child)

*Hydrocephalus Ch Dc ... Your child has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus, a condition in which extra fluid builds up in ... for hydrocephalus is insertion of a shunt. This tube drains fluid from the brain to another space in ... discharge instructions for pediatric hydrocephalus;brain trauma;head injury;hydrocephalus;homecare ... ;86363;CSF diversion;vp shunt;ventriculoperitoneal shunt;Hydrocephalus with Dandy Walker Syndrome

Treatment for Hydrocephalus in the Newborn

*Hydrocephalus Treatment in the Newborn ... Hydrocephalus in the Newborn ... When cerebrospinal fluid backs up into the brain, it's called hydrocephalus. Learn about the ... procedures used to treat this condition in newborns. Treatment for Hydrocephalus in the ... 88215;treatment for hydrocephalus in the newborn;cerebrospinal fluid;csf;brain;ventricles;causes of ... hydrocephalus;treating hydrocephalus;procedures to treat hydrocephalus;spinal tap;ventricular tap

Step-by-Step: Choosing an Insulin Injection Site

inch radius of your navel. Make sure all injection sites are spread two inches apart from one another. ... This video shows the steps for choosing an insulin injection site. Choosing an Insulin Injection ... A60050; diabetes; insulin; Choosing an Insulin Injection Site

Physical Abnormalities

Diaphragmatic Hernia Omphalocele Hydrocephalus Spina Bifida Clubfoot Developmental ... Cleft Lip, cleft Palate, pyloric Stenosis, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Omphalocele, Hernia, Hydrocephalus

When Your Child Needs an Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy

Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) is a type of brain surgery. It treats hydrocephalus. This ... treats hydrocephalus. This condition is when cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up in the brain. CSF ... Endoscopic third ventriculostomy;hydrocephalus;ETV;brain surgery;61101

Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Diagnosis

*ALL Diagnosis ... If your healthcare provider thinks you might have ALL, you will need certain exams and tests ... to confirm your diagnosis. Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Diagnosis  How is acute ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;immunophenotyping and ALL;cytogenetic analysis and ALL;balld1a

Microdiskectomy

arrive at the hospital on the morning of the surgery. Be sure to follow all of your healthcare ... : Abnormal redness, heat, or fluid leaking at the incision site More pain, numbness, or weakness ... Neurosurgery;herniated disk;back surgery;microdiskectomy;or1046a;82374;microdiscectomy

Congenital and Hereditary Neurological Disorders

Cerebral Palsy Chiari Malformation Craniosynostosis Hydrocephalus Microcephaly Spina Bifida ... Anencephaly, Cerebral Palsy, Chiari Malformation, Craniosynostosis, Hydrocephalus, Microcephaly, Spina Bifida

Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Tests After Diagnosis

*ALL Tests After Dx ... After a diagnosis of ALL, you will likely need more tests. These tests help your healthcare ... providers learn more about the cancer and how to treat it. Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL ... ALL;tests to evaluate ALL;BALLD3

Having Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy

Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) is a type of brain surgery. It treats hydrocephalus ... surgery. It treats hydrocephalus. This condition occurs when cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up in the ... Endoscopic third ventriculostomy;hydrocephalus;ETV;brain surgery;61120

Intraventricular Hemorrhage (IVH) in Infants

(hydrocephalus). Grade 4 IVH is very likely to cause hydrocephalus, leading to more serious long ... only minor long-term effects if treated correctly and caught early. What is hydrocephalus ... ;hydrocephalus;water on the brain;grade 1 ivh;grade 2 ivh;grade 3 ivh;grade 4 ivh;ivh in infants;hydrocephalus

Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Treatment Choices

*ALL Tx ... on a number of factors. Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Treatment Choices  There are many ... treatment choices for acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). Which one may work best for you? It depends ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;chemotherapy for ALL;radiation therapy for ALL;stem cell transplant for ALL;BALLT2

Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Newly Diagnosed

*ALL Newly Diagnosed ... Being told you have acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) can be scary, and you may have many ... questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL ... ALL;diagnosis of ALL;balld1


Page 1 of 505
Symptom Checker
© Spectrum Health Lakeland 2024
Hospital