Question
How to treat pediatric hydrocephalus?
Answer
The methods for treating pediatric hydrocephalus include conservative therapy and surgical treatment. Conservative therapy, such as maintaining a high head position, limiting fluid intake, and taking diuretics, has limited effectiveness. The most commonly used surgical treatment is the ventriculo-peritoneal shunt, which reduces intraventricular pressure by placing silicone tubes into the lateral ventricles and peritoneal cavity. Early surgery may help improve the child’s motor and intellectual functions.