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hydrocephaly

/ˌhaɪ.drəʊˈsɛf.ə.li/

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noun

/ˌhaɪ.drəʊˈsɛf.ə.li/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся аномальным накоплением спинномозговой жидкости в желудочках головного мозга, приводящее к повышению внутричерепного давления. У младенцев это может вызывать быстрый рост головы и выбухание родничков, а у взрослых проявляется в основном неврологическими симптомами.

A medical condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid within the ventricles of the brain, leading to increased intracranial pressure. In infants, this can result in rapid head growth and bulging fontanelles, while in adults it primarily presents with neurological symptoms.

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  1. C2formalmedical

    A medical condition where cerebrospinal fluid accumulates abnormally in the brain's cavities, leading to increased pressure. In infants, this can cause rapid head enlargement and a small facial appearance; in adults, it primarily results in neurological symptoms.

    ruГидроцефалия

    • The infant was diagnosed with hydrocephaly shortly after birth.
    • Surgery is often required to treat hydrocephaly and relieve brain pressure.
    • Adults with hydrocephaly may experience headaches and vision problems.

    Synonymshydrocephalus

Forms
  • hydrocephalies plural form
  • hydrocephalies' possessive plural form
  • hydrocephaly's possessive singular form