Hydrocephalus Collection

Deformation du crane et du cerveau chez un enfant hydrocephale (colour litho)
5210361 Deformation du crane et du cerveau chez un enfant hydrocephale (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cross section biomedical illustration of cerebral shunt with valve inserted in brain of boy to remove excess cerebrospinal fluid with tube to carry into stomach

Ventricular shunt, X-ray
Ventricular shunt. X-ray of the head of a 52-year-old patient with hydrocephalus, showing the position of a ventricular shunt (dark lines, right) and its external valve (round, centre right)

Hydrocephalus, CT scan C018 / 0568
Hydrocephalus. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of the brain of a 22 year old patient with hydrocephalus (fluid in the brain)

Hydrocephalus, CT scan C018 / 0567
Hydrocephalus. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of the brain of a 22 year old patient with hydrocephalus (fluid in the brain)

Hydrocephalus, CT scans C018 / 0566
Hydrocephalus. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scans of the brain of a 22 year old patient with hydrocephalus (fluid in the brain)

Hydrocephalus CT scan
Hydrocephalus. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of an axial (horizontal) section through the brain of a child with hydrocephalus (water on the brain)

Ectopic hydrocephalic shunt, X-ray
Ectopic hydrocephalic shunt. Coloured X-ray of the pelvis of a patient, showing an ectopic (abnormally positioned) hydrocephalic shunt (orange)

Ectopic hydrocephalic shunt, 3D MRI scan
Ectopic hydrocephalic shunt. Coloured 3D magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the pelvis of a patient, showing an ectopic (abnormally positioned) hydrocephalic shunt (ring, centre)

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Hydrocephalus is a medical condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain, leading to deformation and enlargement of the skull. This condition primarily affects infants and young children, causing various neurological symptoms. The first hint, a colour lithograph, depicts the deformity of both the skull and brain in a hydrocephalic child. It highlights how this condition can visibly alter the physical appearance of affected individuals. The second hint is a digital illustration showing CSF on the brain of a baby. This image emphasizes how excess fluid puts pressure on delicate brain tissues, potentially leading to cognitive impairments or developmental delays. The third hint features a cross-section biomedical illustration illustrating a cerebral shunt with a valve inserted into the brain of a boy. The purpose of this device is to remove excessive CSF from his brain and redirect it through tubes into his stomach for proper drainage. Subsequent hints display X-ray images showcasing ventricular shunts used in treating hydrocephalus. These devices are designed to regulate CSF flow within patients' brains effectively. Lastly, CT scan images provide detailed views (C018 / 0568, C018 / 0567, C018 / 0566) that aid in diagnosing hydrocephalus accurately. These scans allow healthcare professionals to assess any abnormalities present within patients' brains due to excess CSF accumulation.