Brain Ventricles

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Also known as:  Cerebral Ventricles

 

Description

Brain Ventricles are four cavities within the Brain that contain Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF).

 

These Ailments may Interfere with Brain Ventricles

Nervous System

 Meningitis may cause increased intracranial pressure on the Brain Ventricles (this can be fatal in some circumstances).

 

Water & Water Balance

 Hydrocephalus (Water On The Brain) may result in dilation of Brain Ventricles (caused by the increased pressure exerted by the excess Water or Cerebrospinal Fluid that occurs during Hydrocephalus) - this can be fatal in some circumstances.

 

Types of Brain Ventricles

 Lateral Ventricles

 

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