Search for dissertations about: "Arachnoid cyst"
Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words Arachnoid cyst.
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1. Intracranial Arachnoid Cysts. Epidemiology, Morphology and Surgical Outcome
Abstract : Background: Intracranial arachnoid cysts (AC) are malformations of the arachnoid membrane. They may cause symptoms, either by obstruction of the CSF flow or by compression of adjacent neural tissues. READ MORE
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2. Clinical evaluation of an adjustable cerebrospinal fluid shunt valve
Abstract : Introduction: Shunting systems are implanted for draining cerebrospinal fluid to treat hydrocephalus, intracranial cysts, and idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Most shunt systems include a valve which regulates drainage. A differential pressure valve opens when intracranial pressure exceeds the valve’s opening pressure. READ MORE