Outcome of High‐risk Neonates with Ventriculomegaly

Abstract

Infants (89) who had had computed tomography of the head and who were followed-up for a minimum of 1 yr were evaluated. In a large proportion with moderate ventriculomegaly spontaneous stabilization or regression occurred, with normal developmental outcome in a high percentage of cases. There was a statistically significant trend toward lower developmental scores as ventricular size increased. Many infants with ventricular enlargement will not develop progressive hydrocephalus, but their cognitive and psychomotor development may be affected.