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CSF hydrodynamic studies in man. 2 . Normal hydrodynamic variables related to CSF pressure and flow.

Year: 1978

Type: article

Abstract: With the patient in the supine position, the subarachnoidal space was infused with artificial CSF at several constant pressure levels. The resulting flow of liquid was recorded. By draining CSF at a low pressure the CSF production rate was determined. Normal values are given and discussed for (1) the resting pressure, (2) the conductance of the CSF outflow pathways, (3) the formation rate of CSF, (4) the pressure difference across the CSF outflow pathways, and (5) the sagittal sinus pressure. None of the variables showed any age dependence, nor was there any sex difference.

Source: Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry

DOI: 10.1136/jnnp.41.4.345

Author: J Ekstedt

Institutions: Uppsala University, University Hospital of Umeå, Umeå University

Language: English

Topic: Cerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalus

Subfield: Clinical Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

Funder: Medical Research Council