Question

A patient has been experiencing hydroencephaly as the result of an accident. What does this mean?

Question 7 options:

There is a buildup of fluid around the brain


There is a buildup of fluid in the body's joints


There is a buildup of fluid inside the legs


There is a buildup of fluid surrounding the heart
GPT-4o mini
Hydroencephaly is a condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the brain's ventricles, leading to increased intracranial pressure and potential damage to brain tissues. Therefore, the correct answer is:

**There is a buildup of fluid around the brain.**

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