Ventricular System

Question 1

Identify the 4 main parts of the Ventricular System.

Answer 1

● Left Lateral Ventricle
● Right Lateral Ventricle
● 3rd Ventricle
● 4th Ventricle

Question 2

It is a fluid formed mainly in the choroid plexuses.

Answer 2

Cerebrospinal Fluid

Question 3

They ensure continuous production of CSF.

Answer 3

Choroid Plexuses

Question 4

The Cerebrospinal Fluid has a _ color.

Answer 4

Clear

Question 5

What are the functions of CSF?

Answer 5

• Cushioning
• Nutrient Transport
• Waste Removal
• Homeostasis

Question 6

This is a medical procedure used to collect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for detecting of infection or to relieve pressure in the spine or brain.

Answer 6

Spinal Tap or Lumbar Puncture

Question 7

What can a CSF analysis help diagnose?

Answer 7

• Brain Infections (Meningitis)
• Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (Brain Bleeding)

Question 8

What is a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak?

Answer 8

The escape of CSF from the brain or spinal canal.

Question 9

What does high White Blood Cells count mean in a CSF Analysis?

Answer 9

Your brain is fighting an infection.

Question 10

It is the three layers of protective tissues that surround the brain and spinal cord.

Answer 10

Meninges

Question 11

The outermost and toughest layer of the meninges, made of dense connective tissue, is called the:

Answer 11

Dura Matter

Question 12

Which layer of the meninges is the innermost and most delicate, directly covering the brain and spinal cord?

Answer 12

Pia Matter

Question 13

Meninges protect the ________ from physical trauma by acting as tough, protective covering.

Answer 13

Brain and Spinal Cord

Question 14

Which layer of the meninges is thin, web-like, and located in the middle

Answer 14

Arachnoid Mater

Question 15

What is Inflammation on the meninges caused by bacterial?

Answer 15

Meningitis

Question 16

A slow growing usually begin at tumor that form meninges?

Answer 16

Meningioma

Question 17

Use to detect issues hematoma or meningiomas?

Answer 17

CT/MRI

Question 18

It refers to the abnormal expansion of the brain’s ventricles.

Answer 18

Ventricular Enlargement

Question 19

What does the enlargement of the lateral ventricles in individuals with schizophrenia typically suggest?

Answer 19

Loss of brain tissue, especially in the frontal and temporal lobes.

Question 20

In mood disorders like bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder, what might be linked to larger or irregularly shaped ventricles?

Answer 20

More severe or prolonged mood episodes and emotional regulation difficulties

Question 21

The main function of meninges:

Answer 21

• Protection
• Support and Structure

Question 22

Bleeding between the dura mater and arachnoid mater, usually caused by head trauma. It can put pressure on the brain and cause headaches, confusion, and loss of consciousness.

Answer 22

Subdural Hematoma

Question 23

Bleeding in the subarachnoid space, often due to a ruptured aneurysm. It can cause a sudden severe headache, nausea, and loss of consciousness.

Answer 23

Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

Question 24

is a condition where there is an abnormal buildup of CSF within the brain, leading to increased pressure and potentially causing brain damage.

Answer 24

Hydrocephalus

Question 25

is a condition where the brain tissue extends down into the spinal canal, potentially causing pressure on the brainstem and spinal cord.

Answer 25

Chiari malformation

Question 26

is a condition where fluid-filled cavities (syrinx) develop inside the spinal cord.

Answer 26

Syringomyelia

Question 27

is a condition where there is increased pressure in the brain due to **excess cerebrospinal fluid** (CSF), but there is **no clear cause** (that’s why it’s called “***idiopathic***, "meaning unknown cause).

Answer 27

Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH)