Communicating hydrocephalus

MONDO:0002045

An abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid within the ventricles of the brain that occurs as a consequence of impaired cerebrospinal fluid reabsorption by the arachnoid granulations.

Also known as: non-obstructive hydrocephalus

40 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 3 tagged with Communicating hydrocephalus itself.

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Sub-types of Communicating hydrocephalus

Normal pressure hydrocephalus 36 trials

Including sub-types (40) Tagged with Communicating hydrocephalus (3)

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Tiny brain implant could replace major surgery for fluid buildup

Disease control Ongoing

This study tests a new device called the eShunt System for people with communicating hydrocephalus, a condition where excess fluid builds up in the brain. The device is a small, permanent implant placed through a blood vessel to drain the extra fluid, avoiding the need for tradit…

Sponsor: CereVasc Inc • Aim: Disease control

Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC

Communicating hydrocephalus

Where it sits in the disease tree

Tiny brain implant could replace major surgery for fluid buildup