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Otogenic Hydrocephalus

耳鼻喉科

Common symptoms

恶心、视力障碍、脑积水、耳源性眩晕

The pathology of disease

Otogenic hydrocephalus is raised intracranial pressure (often benign intracranial hypertension/pseudotumor cerebri) complicating otitis media/mastoiditis, usually associated with sigmoid-sinus thrombosis impairing CSF venous absorption. Clinical: headache, papilledema, and ear symptoms. Treatment: IV antibiotics and ENT source control, manage raised ICP (acetazolamide/serial LP); manage venous thrombosis as indicated.

Common Symptoms

Headache; papilledema; ear pain/discharge; history of otitis/mastoiditis

Causes and Pathogenesis

Otitis/sigmoid-sinus thrombosis impairs CSF venous absorption, causing raised ICP.

Treatment

IV antibiotics; ENT source control; acetazolamide/serial LP for ICP; manage thrombosis

Preventive Measures

Treat otitis promptly; ENT follow-up.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the ENT department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.