What is the normal size of a lateral ventricle in a fetus?

The lateral ventricular width (LVW) range for normal fetuses was 0.7 to 1.1 cm as compared with a LVW range of 1.1 to 2.7 cm for 16 fetuses with hydrocephalus diagnosed during the second trimester. In conclusion, the LVR is extremely useful in differentiating ventriculomegaly from normal ventricular size.

What does dilated brain ventricle mean?

There are spaces within the brain (ventricles) that are also filled with CSF. Ventriculomegaly is a condition in which the ventricles appear larger than normal on a prenatal ultrasound. This can occur when CSF becomes trapped in the spaces, causing them to grow larger.

What is right lateral ventricle?

The lateral ventricles are the two largest ventricles of the brain and contain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Each cerebral hemisphere contains a lateral ventricle, known as the left or right ventricle, respectively.

What are the effects of enlarged ventricles in the brain?

Hydrocephalus is the abnormal enlargement of the brain cavities (ventricles) caused by a build-up of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Usually, the body maintains a constant circulation and absorption of CSF. Untreated, hydrocephalus can result in brain damage or death.

What is lateral ventricle?

What does the right ventricle of the brain do?

Aside from cerebrospinal fluid, your brain ventricles are hollow. Their sole function is to produce and secrete cerebrospinal fluid to protect and maintain your central nervous system.

Where is the lateral ventricle in the brain?

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Each lateral ventricle is a C-shaped cavity located deep within the cerebrum. As the lateral ventricle wraps around the thalamus or the central core of the brain, other structures within the ventricle also assume a C-shaped form: the choroidal fissure, the fornix, the caudate nucleus, and the choroid plexus.