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Aqueductal Stenosis

Aqueductal stenosis is a condition characterized by the narrowing of the cerebral aqueduct, which is a channel that connects the third ventricle to the fourth ventricle in the brain. This narrowing can lead to an obstruction of the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), resulting in a condition known as hydrocephalus.

Anatomy and Physiology

The cerebral aqueduct, also known as the aqueduct of Sylvius, is a slender canal located within the midbrain. It is part of the ventricular system of the brain, which is responsible for the production, transport, and removal of cerebrospinal fluid. The aqueduct is approximately 1.5 mm in diameter and is crucial for the passage of CSF from the third to the fourth ventricle.

Pathophysiology

Aqueductal stenosis can be congenital or acquired. Congenital aqueductal stenosis is often due to developmental anomalies, such as aqueductal webs or atresia. Acquired stenosis may result from infections, hemorrhage, or tumors that compress or invade the aqueduct.

The obstruction of CSF flow leads to increased pressure within the ventricular system, causing the ventricles to enlarge. This condition, known as hydrocephalus, can result in increased intracranial pressure, which may cause symptoms such as headaches, nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, brain herniation.

Clinical Presentation

Patients with aqueductal stenosis may present with a variety of symptoms depending on the age of onset and the severity of the obstruction. In infants, it may cause an increase in head size, irritability, and poor feeding. In older children and adults, symptoms may include headaches, nausea, vomiting, balance problems, and cognitive difficulties.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of aqueductal stenosis is typically made using neuroimaging techniques such as MRI or CT scan. These imaging modalities can reveal the enlargement of the ventricles and the narrowing of the aqueduct.

Treatment

The primary treatment for aqueductal stenosis is surgical intervention to relieve the obstruction and restore normal CSF flow. This can be achieved through procedures such as endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) or the placement of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt. ETV involves creating an opening in the floor of the third ventricle to allow CSF to bypass the obstruction, while a shunt diverts excess fluid to another part of the body where it can be absorbed.

Related Pages

Gallery

Diagram of the ventricular system showing the cerebral aqueduct.
Image of a hydrocephalic brain.
Animation of the third ventricle.
Animation of the fourth ventricle.

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-'''Articulation of Head of Rib''' is a term used in [[anatomy]] to describe the joint between the [[rib]] and the [[vertebra]] in the [[spinal column]]. This joint is a type of [[synovial joint]], which is characterized by the presence of a fluid-filled space between the articulating surfaces of the bones.
+== Aqueductal Stenosis ==
-==Etymology==
+'''Aqueductal stenosis''' is a condition characterized by the narrowing of the [[cerebral aqueduct]], which is a channel that connects the [[third ventricle]] to the [[fourth ventricle]] in the brain. This narrowing can lead to an obstruction of the flow of [[cerebrospinal fluid]] (CSF), resulting in a condition known as [[hydrocephalus]].
-The term "articulation" comes from the Latin "articulatio", meaning a joint or juncture. The term "head of rib" refers to the end of the rib that articulates with the vertebra.
-==Anatomy==
+=== Anatomy and Physiology ===
-The articulation of the head of the rib occurs at two points: the [[costal facet]] on the body of the vertebra and the [[transverse costal facet]] on the transverse process of the vertebra. The head of the rib is divided into two articular surfaces by a crest. The larger surface articulates with the costal facet on the body of the vertebra, while the smaller surface articulates with the transverse costal facet.
+The cerebral aqueduct, also known as the aqueduct of Sylvius, is a slender canal located within the [[midbrain]]. It is part of the ventricular system of the brain, which is responsible for the production, transport, and removal of cerebrospinal fluid. The aqueduct is approximately 1.5 mm in diameter and is crucial for the passage of CSF from the third to the fourth ventricle.
-The joint is stabilized by the [[radiate ligament]], which attaches the head of the rib to the sides of the vertebral bodies and intervertebral disc. This ligament is strong and prevents dislocation of the joint.
+=== Pathophysiology ===
+Aqueductal stenosis can be congenital or acquired. Congenital aqueductal stenosis is often due to developmental anomalies, such as [[aqueductal web]]s or [[atresia]]. Acquired stenosis may result from [[infections]], [[hemorrhage]], or [[tumors]] that compress or invade the aqueduct.
-==Clinical Significance==
+The obstruction of CSF flow leads to increased pressure within the ventricular system, causing the ventricles to enlarge. This condition, known as hydrocephalus, can result in increased intracranial pressure, which may cause symptoms such as headaches, nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, [[brain herniation]].
-Dislocation or subluxation of the articulation of the head of the rib can cause severe pain and can lead to conditions such as [[costovertebral joint syndrome]]. This condition is characterized by pain in the back and side of the chest, which can be exacerbated by movement or deep breathing.
-==Related Terms==
+=== Clinical Presentation ===
-* [[Costovertebral joint]]: The joint formed by the articulation of the head of the rib with the vertebra.
+Patients with aqueductal stenosis may present with a variety of symptoms depending on the age of onset and the severity of the obstruction. In infants, it may cause an increase in head size, irritability, and poor feeding. In older children and adults, symptoms may include headaches, nausea, vomiting, balance problems, and cognitive difficulties.
-* [[Costotransverse joint]]: The joint formed by the articulation of the tubercle of the rib with the transverse process of the vertebra.
-* [[Radiate ligament]]: The ligament that stabilizes the articulation of the head of the rib.
-[[Category:Anatomy]]
+=== Diagnosis ===
-[[Category:Joints]]
+Diagnosis of aqueductal stenosis is typically made using [[neuroimaging]] techniques such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]]. These imaging modalities can reveal the enlargement of the ventricles and the narrowing of the aqueduct.
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+=== Treatment ===
+The primary treatment for aqueductal stenosis is surgical intervention to relieve the obstruction and restore normal CSF flow. This can be achieved through procedures such as [[endoscopic third ventriculostomy]] (ETV) or the placement of a [[ventriculoperitoneal shunt]]. ETV involves creating an opening in the floor of the third ventricle to allow CSF to bypass the obstruction, while a shunt diverts excess fluid to another part of the body where it can be absorbed.
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Hydrocephalus]]
+* [[Cerebrospinal fluid]]
+* [[Ventricular system]]
+* [[Endoscopic third ventriculostomy]]
+== Gallery ==
+<gallery>
+File:Gray734.png|Diagram of the ventricular system showing the cerebral aqueduct.
+File:4948137341_1ccab41fda_bHydrocephalic.jpg|Image of a hydrocephalic brain.
+File:Third_ventricle_small.gif|Animation of the third ventricle.
+File:Fourth_ventricle_small.gif|Animation of the fourth ventricle.
+</gallery>
+[[Category:Neurology]]
+[[Category:Neurosurgery]]
+[[Category:Congenital disorders]]