Mind Mysteries
Magnetic resonance image of a brain. The grey C-shaped structure visible at the center of the brain is a corpus callosum. Many born without this structure go undiagnosed for years—only neuroimaging can confirm the agenesis, or failed development, of this brain area. Instead people are diagnosed with disorders such as autism, depression, or ADHD. Sarah Mellnik, a young woman –introduced in Scientific American Mind‘s “The Mystery of the Missed Connection“– who has known about her agenesis of the corpus callosum all of her life explains that in sharing experiences, she and those around her learn that they truly are not alone. “If
Mechanism of CSF drainage benefits unclear in normal pressure hydrocephalus
The beneficial effect of removing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from patients with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is not mediated by reduction of ventricle volume, research suggests. This would be an obvious mechanism, say Niklas Lenfeldt (Umeå Universi
Hydrocephalus Research Conference Highlights
By Paul Gross, Chairman of the HA Board of Directors Dr. David Limbrick addresses attendees about the current state of bio-markers. The third NIH sponsored research conference on hydrocephalus concluded on July 11th and by all accounts was a resounding s
Magnets in iPad2 May Alter Settings on Brain Shunt Devices: Study
TUESDAY, June 26 (HealthDay News) -- Magnets embedded in the Apple iPad 2 can interfere with the settings of magnetically programmable shunt valves, which are critical devices to drain excess fluid from the brains of those with hydrocephalus and other co
New telemetric system safe and effective for ICP measurement
A new implantable sensor device provides a less-invasive alternative for monitoring pressure within the skull (intracranial pressure, or ICP), suggests a pilot study in Operative Neurosurgery, a quarterly supplement to Neurosurgery, official journal of t
Hydrocephalus Association
The Hydrocephalus Association provides support, education and advocacy for people whose lives have been touched by hydrocephalus and the professionals who work with them. We strive to ensure that families are empowered with educational materials, informed about the latest research, and have access to quality health care. We advocate for increased research and funding to advance understanding, improve diagnosis and treatment, and find a cure.
