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Communicating hydrocephalus
Communicating hydrocephalus is a form of Hydrocephalus which includes the presence of blood or blood products that are mixed with cerebrospinal fluid. This is most usually caused by a hemorrhage or infection.
Communicating hydrocephalus is also known as Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus.
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