HomeAnswersPediatric SurgeryhydrocephalusPlease interpret my 36-week ultrasound reports.

My USG of 36 weeks showed big head with mild prominence. What to do?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My earlier ultrasound mentioned a big head in the baby. But, my present ultrasound done in 36 weeks says a big head with mild prominence of bilateral lateral ventricles. My radiosonologist did confirm a big head but on part of hydrocephalus, she was not sure. I have attached the report for your feedback.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have checked the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There is the prominence of the ventricular system of the brain, if it is beyond certain dimensions then we call it hydrocephalus. This dilatation can sometimes be a normal variant, but things are better knownafter an MRI of the brain once the baby is born. So, let us wait for the baby to be born.

Investigations to be done

MRI brain.

Regarding follow up

Revert back with brain MRI to a paediatric surgeon online.---> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/paediatric-surgeon

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

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Dr. Nagasirisha Naredla

Pediatrics

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