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| name = Ventriculitis | |||
| image = [[File:Gray734.png|left|thumb|Illustration of the brain's ventricular system]] | |||
| caption = The brain's ventricular system, which can be affected by ventriculitis | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[headache]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[altered mental status]] | |||
| complications = [[Hydrocephalus]], [[seizures]], [[meningitis]] | |||
| onset = Acute | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Bacterial infection]], [[viral infection]], [[fungal infection]], [[neurosurgical procedures]] | |||
| risks = [[Immunocompromised state]], [[neurosurgery]], [[ventricular shunt]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Lumbar puncture]], [[neuroimaging]] | |||
| differential = [[Meningitis]], [[encephalitis]], [[brain abscess]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[antiviral drugs]], [[antifungal drugs]], [[ventricular drainage]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on underlying cause and treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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{{Short description|Inflammation of the ventricles of the brain}} | {{Short description|Inflammation of the ventricles of the brain}} | ||
[[File:Gray735.png|left|thumb|Cross-section of the brain showing the ventricles.]] | |||
[[File:Gray736.png|left|thumb|Lateral view of the brain ventricles.]] | |||
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[[File:Gray736.png|thumb|Lateral view of the brain ventricles.]] | |||
'''Ventriculitis''' is an inflammation of the [[ventricular system]] in the [[brain]]. It is a serious condition that can result from [[infection]], [[trauma]], or [[neurosurgery]]. | '''Ventriculitis''' is an inflammation of the [[ventricular system]] in the [[brain]]. It is a serious condition that can result from [[infection]], [[trauma]], or [[neurosurgery]]. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Ventriculitis can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Ventriculitis can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
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* [[Trauma]]: Head injuries that affect the ventricular system. | * [[Trauma]]: Head injuries that affect the ventricular system. | ||
* [[Neurosurgical procedures]]: Complications from surgeries involving the brain. | * [[Neurosurgical procedures]]: Complications from surgeries involving the brain. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of ventriculitis can vary depending on the underlying cause but often include: | The symptoms of ventriculitis can vary depending on the underlying cause but often include: | ||
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* [[Altered mental status]] | * [[Altered mental status]] | ||
* [[Seizures]] | * [[Seizures]] | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of ventriculitis typically involves: | Diagnosis of ventriculitis typically involves: | ||
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* [[Imaging studies]]: Such as [[CT scan]] or [[MRI]] to visualize the ventricles and detect inflammation. | * [[Imaging studies]]: Such as [[CT scan]] or [[MRI]] to visualize the ventricles and detect inflammation. | ||
* [[Blood cultures]]: To identify the causative organism. | * [[Blood cultures]]: To identify the causative organism. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment of ventriculitis depends on the cause: | Treatment of ventriculitis depends on the cause: | ||
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* [[Antifungal medications]]: For fungal infections. | * [[Antifungal medications]]: For fungal infections. | ||
* [[Surgical intervention]]: In some cases, to drain infected CSF or relieve pressure. | * [[Surgical intervention]]: In some cases, to drain infected CSF or relieve pressure. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for ventriculitis varies. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for a better outcome. Complications can include [[hydrocephalus]], [[brain abscess]], and long-term neurological deficits. | The prognosis for ventriculitis varies. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for a better outcome. Complications can include [[hydrocephalus]], [[brain abscess]], and long-term neurological deficits. | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Preventive measures include: | Preventive measures include: | ||
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* Timely treatment of infections that could spread to the brain. | * Timely treatment of infections that could spread to the brain. | ||
* Vaccination against common pathogens like [[Streptococcus pneumoniae]]. | * Vaccination against common pathogens like [[Streptococcus pneumoniae]]. | ||
==See also== | |||
== | |||
* [[Meningitis]] | * [[Meningitis]] | ||
* [[Encephalitis]] | * [[Encephalitis]] | ||
* [[Hydrocephalus]] | * [[Hydrocephalus]] | ||
[[Category:Neurology]] | [[Category:Neurology]] | ||
[[Category:Inflammations]] | [[Category:Inflammations]] | ||
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| Ventriculitis | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, altered mental status |
| Complications | Hydrocephalus, seizures, meningitis |
| Onset | Acute |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Bacterial infection, viral infection, fungal infection, neurosurgical procedures |
| Risks | Immunocompromised state, neurosurgery, ventricular shunt |
| Diagnosis | Lumbar puncture, neuroimaging |
| Differential diagnosis | Meningitis, encephalitis, brain abscess |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, antiviral drugs, antifungal drugs, ventricular drainage |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on underlying cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Inflammation of the ventricles of the brain
Ventriculitis is an inflammation of the ventricular system in the brain. It is a serious condition that can result from infection, trauma, or neurosurgery.
Causes[edit]
Ventriculitis can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Bacterial infection: Commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pneumoniae.
- Viral infection: Such as herpes simplex virus or cytomegalovirus.
- Fungal infection: Rare, but can occur in immunocompromised individuals.
- Trauma: Head injuries that affect the ventricular system.
- Neurosurgical procedures: Complications from surgeries involving the brain.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of ventriculitis can vary depending on the underlying cause but often include:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of ventriculitis typically involves:
- Lumbar puncture: To analyze cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for signs of infection.
- Imaging studies: Such as CT scan or MRI to visualize the ventricles and detect inflammation.
- Blood cultures: To identify the causative organism.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of ventriculitis depends on the cause:
- Antibiotics: For bacterial infections, often administered intravenously.
- Antiviral drugs: For viral causes, such as acyclovir for herpes simplex virus.
- Antifungal medications: For fungal infections.
- Surgical intervention: In some cases, to drain infected CSF or relieve pressure.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for ventriculitis varies. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for a better outcome. Complications can include hydrocephalus, brain abscess, and long-term neurological deficits.
Prevention[edit]
Preventive measures include:
- Proper aseptic techniques during neurosurgical procedures.
- Timely treatment of infections that could spread to the brain.
- Vaccination against common pathogens like Streptococcus pneumoniae.
