Question

Suppose a patient produced more fluid in the structure shown in the figure than could be distributed throughout the ventricles and extracellular fluid. What condition would result?

Answer 1

Answer:

hydrocephalus.

Explanation:

This is a neurological condition caused by  accumulation of CSF in the the ventricles of the brain. It usually due to blockages of the ventricles and therefore the  flow of CSF, reduced absorption by  the blood  vessels or excessive production of these fluid. Basically Cerebro spinal fluid (CSF) is a fluid that continuously flow through the brain and spinal cord, To supply nutrients and remove the wastes of these organs of  the CNS.it also helps as shock absorber.

The Fluid accumulation put pressure on the brain, leading to brain tissue  damages.

it can occur at any age,bur common in infants and adults 60years and above, and there are many tyoes.