Monitoring Hydrocephalus

For people living with Spina Bifida, monitoring Hydrocephalus is essential. Shunts help drain excess fluid from the brain, but they can sometimes malfunction or become infected.

Imaging tools like MRIs, CT scans, and ultrasounds allow doctors to see how Cerebrospinal Fluid is flowing and ensure shunts are working properly. Watching for symptoms and routine checkups are critical.

Learn more about Hydrocephalus and shunts here: https://sbanys.org/…/2024/02/Hydrocephalus-and-Shunts.pdf