Question
The baby was born by cesarean section at 37 weeks + 4 days, in breech position, with the umbilical cord wrapped around the neck for a week. There has been no history of asphyxia. The head circumference is 45.5 cm. The baby can laugh, laugh loudly, recognize mother and grandfather, can stand for a while with support under the armpits, and can make cooing sounds, but has not yet called ‘mama.’ What’s going on?
Answer
The main features of congenital hydrocephalus include progressive increase in head circumference and separation of cranial sutures. In severe cases, complications such as intellectual disability and paralysis may occur. Surgical treatment can alleviate the condition of hydrocephalus.