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📋Overview
Hydrocephalus is a neurological condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the brain's ventricles, leading to increased intracranial pressure. It is a well-established medical diagnosis with various causes and presentations. The term 'hydrocephalus' is the preferred modern terminology.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0020255ICD-10-CM
G91G91.9
MeSH
D006849
SNOMED CT (US)
230745008
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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