Understanding Hydrocephalus: A Conversation with Pediatric Neurosurgeon Dr. Ramin Eskandari

What is hydrocephalus? How is it most commonly treated? And what should families know about living with this complex neurological condition? In this episode we’ll hear from Dr. Ramin Eskandari, a leading neurosurgeon, about the realities of hydrocephalus care.

We discuss:

• What hydrocephalus is and how it affects patients
• The most common treatment options, including shunts and ETV
• Warning signs of shunt malfunctions
• New research and advances in treatment
• The debate on activity restrictions for patients with hydrocephalus
• Developmental, psychological, and psychiatric concerns for patients and caregivers
• Why improving quality of life matters just as much as quantity of life

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, a longtime caregiver, or simply looking to better understand hydrocephalus, this episode offers clarity, guidance, and hope from one of the field’s most experienced voices.

HA Resources:

Hydrocephalus in Infants and Children: https://www.hydroassoc.org/hydrocephalus-in-infants-and-children/

Shunt Systems: https://www.hydroassoc.org/shunt-systems/

Complications of Shunt Systems: https://www.hydroassoc.org/complications-of-shunt-systems/

Shunt Malfunctions FAQ: https://www.hydroassoc.org/shunt-malfunctions-frequently-asked-questions/

Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV): https://www.hydroassoc.org/etv-and-etv-with-cpc/

Emerging Technology: https://www.hydroassoc.org/emerging-technology/

Newly Diagnosed - Next Steps: https://www.hydroassoc.org/whats-next-newly-diagnosed/

Essential Guide: Developmental Milestones in Hydrocephalus: https://www.hydroassoc.org/developmental-milestones-in-hydrocephalus/

Individualized Education Program (IEP): https://www.hydroassoc.org/individualized-education-program/

Consensus Statement on Physical Activities for Children with Hydrocephalus: https://www.hydroassoc.org/staying-active/#:~:text=Statement on Physical-,Activities,-for Children with

Staying Active: https://www.hydroassoc.org/staying-active/

Emotional Well-being: https://www.hydroassoc.org/emotional-well-being/

RAISE Resilience Program: https://www.hydroassoc.org/raise-resilience-program/

Research HA Funds: https://www.hydroassoc.org/research-we-fund/

Research Priorities: https://ww

Learn more about hydrocephalus: https://www.hydroassoc.org
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