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Hydrocephalus - Glossary

Medically Reviewed by dr. christopher barry, MD, PhD, FACS (USA) on Mar 29, 2024


Glossary

Choroid plexus: The blood capillaries that supply blood to the ventricles of the brain.


Cerebrospinal fluid: The cerebrospinal fluid is present in the cavities or ventricles of the brain and forms a cushion for the brain and the spinal cord. The CSF maintains the pressure balance, provides nutrients, and removes the wastes from the brain and the spinal cord.

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