The Role of Computed Tomography in the Diagnosis of Pediatric Hydrocephalus
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 6
Abstract
Introduction: The introduction of Computed Tomography has major advance role in the diagnosis of Pediatric Hydrocephalus. Despite of improved resolution of the Ultrasound machines exact ventricular assessment is not possible. CT plays an indispensable role in the evaluation of patients with hydrocephalus and in their subsequent management. Material and Methods: 40 patients were randomly selected in the Department of Radiodiagnosis, Patna Medical College And Hospital, Patna with presenting history of vomiting, fever, impaired consciousness and enlarge head. Conclusion: This study correlate one common association seen with hydrocephalus, periventricular oedema with various aetiologies of hydrocephalus. Result: CT is more sensitive in the diagnosis of pediatric hydrocephalus
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Dr Samrendra Nath Pathak
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