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Treatment of Hydrocephalus

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Cost for Treatment of Hydrocephalus

The figures below show average prices for key services. Your final quote depends on the clinic, scope of diagnostics and length of stay.

Hydrocephaly Diagnostics
829
Treatment of hydrocephaly one of methods: by ventriculostomy brain, by csf shunting, installation of subcutaneous ventricular reservoir
8279.96
Neurological rehabilitation Phase C
2000

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Top Hospitals for Treatment of Hydrocephalus

Each hospital in this list meets Booking Health’s strict international standards: at least 250 surgeries per year, ISO‑certified quality management, and documented survival outcomes. Our medical board then ranks the clinics by clinical expertise, technology, and patient‑satisfaction scores.

University Hospital Ulm
University Hospital Ulm
Overall rating8.7 / 10
The University Hospital Ulm is an advanced medical complex that provides patients with high-class medical care using the very latest scientific achievements. The medical facility has been performing successful clinical activities for more than 40 years and has long earned an excellent reputation throughout Europe. The hospital r
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According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany! The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany, but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes, which cover all fields of
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University Hospital Essen
University Hospital Essen
Overall rating9.6 / 10
According to the authoritative Focus magazine the University Hospital Essen ranks among the top German hospitals! With 27 specialized departments and 24 institutes, the hospital in Germany is a maximum care medical facility. The hospital has 1,300 beds for inpatient treatment. A highly qualified medical team of more than 6,000 e
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About the disease

Hydrocephalus is the build-up of water in the skull, when brain begins to swell. It can result in physical and intellectual impairments, that is why it needs to be treated once diagnosed in order to avoid complications.

This condition is most prevalent in young children and the elderly. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), 1 baby in 1000 is born with this disease. Hydrocephalus develops if there is an excessive amount of cerebrospinal fluid. This can happen if person`s brain produces too much of this fluid or if the blood vessels are not able to absorb it properly. It can also develop if there is blockage of the brain. This condition can be congenital if a child has defects of the spinal column or if the mother contracted infections during pregnancy, such as rubella. It can develop in little children because of meningitis, which is an infection of the central nervous system. It can also occur after the brain injury or brain tumor.

Symptoms

  • Bulge on the surface of the skull
  • Vomiting
  • Sleepiness
  • Increased skull size
  • Poor muscle strength
  • Fussiness
  • Brain seizures
  • Problems with eating
  • Irritability
  • Loss of coordination
  • Poor memory
  • Headaches

Children with this condition cry in a high voice and it's extremely difficult to pacify them. Toddlers and young children of 3-7 years old experience behavioral changes, it`s difficult for them to study and concentrate. Older people who have this condition can begin falling down suddenly without initial loss of consciousness.    

Diagnosis

  • General physical test helps doctor to see if the structure of the skull is abnormal, if patient`s eyes are sunken in and if head circumference is bigger than it needs to be for the child`s age.
  • Reflex test is used to determine if person`s reflexes work properly.
  • MRI scan can determine if there is an excessive amount of the cerebrospinal fluid.

Treatment

Treatment of hydrocephalus aims to restore the flow of the cerebrospinal fluid to prevent it from damaging the brain tissues.

In most cases patient needs to undergo surgery.

  • Shunt insertion is the most common type of surgery for this condition. A shunt, which is a special drainage device, is inserted into the brain from one side and into the chest from another. Thus, the excess fluid is transported to the place, where it can be absorbed. Such transplant is usually worn permanently.
  • Ventriculostomy is another surgery, used more rarely, during which a hole is done between the ventricles, which makes it possible for the excess fluid to efflux from the brain.

After surgery, person is able to live a long life, but he needs to lead a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent occurrence of seizures. 

Authors: Dr. Vadim ZhiliukDr. Sergey Pashchenko

To check for the Hydrocephalus you can submit a request on BookingHealth and our managers will find the best hospital that is specialized in Hydrocephalus to fulfill your needs
Cost of Hydrocephalus treatment varies from 8279.96 to 33418.84
The best hospitals for Hydrocephalus treatment are: University Hospital Ulm, University Hospital Heidelberg, University Hospital Essen

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