Any condition that affects the brain and can lead to brain damage needs to be treated right away. Hydrocephalus is one of these conditions.

Hydrocephalus, also known as "water on the brain," can be deadly. This medical condition occurs when there is an excessive amount of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. The ventricles in the brain can become widened from this fluid accumulation, placing pressure on the delicate brain tissues. When hydrocephalus is not treated promptly, it can result in irreversible brain damage and death.

Doctors are required to follow certain procedures when diagnosing patients. When a doctor is negligent and strays from the acceptable standard of care within the medical community, the outcome can be catastrophic. Negligent doctors may miss serious ailments, including hydrocephalus.

If you or a family member has suffered from hydrocephalus that was either not diagnosed or there was a delayed diagnosis, you may be able to hold the medical provider accountable. A misdiagnosed hydrocephalus case could entitle you to monetary damages. Contact an experienced Manhattan injury lawyer at the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine at 800.734.9445 for advice regarding your New York medical malpractice case.

For more information regarding the symptoms of hydrocephalus and how this condition is sometimes missed, read the article, Misdiagnosed Hydrocephalus Can Lead to Brain Damage.