Structural vizualisation of the pediatric hydrocephalus

Abstract

The aim of the study: to analyze the features of the classification and diagnosis of hydrocephalus in pediatric patients.Results. Hydrocephalus is a common pathology of the CSF system, often occurring in childhood. The central place in the examination of this group of patients is taken by new neuroimaging technologies, in particular, MRI. Pediatric patients have specific features regarding classification of hydrocephalus and MRI studies. This review presents the research protocol and modern classification of hydrocephalus in children.Conclusion. Examination of pediatric patients for hydrocephalus should be based on the estimated etiology. When conducting an MRI study, the protocol must include modern MRI sequences: FIESTA, T2-CUBE, phasecontrast MRI.