Patient's question:
Bilateral fronto-temporal cisterns, lateral sulcus cisterns, anterior longitudinal fissure cisterns, and suprasellar cisterns are widened, with bilateral sulcus cisterns being particularly widened, with a maximum width of 1.4 cm. Correspondingly, the brain shows a "petal-like" change, with brain sulci not attenuating, uniform brain parenchymal density, no obvious abnormal mass or other abnormal lesions observed, and translucent cavities are evident. The morphology, size, and position of bilateral ventricles, third and fourth ventricles are normal. No obvious abnormalities are seen in other sulci and fissures. Midline structures are shifted to the left. No obvious abnormalities are seen in the skull. External hydrocephalus of the bilateral frontal and temporal lobes was present at birth due to intracranial hemorrhage. Corrected age is three months. Past treatment history and outcomes: Previously received ganglioside injections. What help has been provided: Would like to consult about what kind of treatment is needed for this condition.Doctor's answer:
The child's condition has been diagnosed by neurosurgery as infantile extracranial hydrocephalus. According to your description, the condition is relatively mild. It may be related to intracranial hemorrhage after birth. Infantile extracranial hydrocephalus can usually resolve as the child's brain tissue grows and develops, and in most cases, it can normalize within the first two years of life. The key now is to monitor whether the child shows any differences in behavior, language, or responsiveness compared to children of the same age. If there are differences, medication and rehabilitation treatment will be necessary.