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In most cases of congenital central nervous system (CNS) malformation, the usual techniques are applicable. However, a few examples may require modification of these techniques (see chapter 2). In hydrocephalus, it is best to drain the excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) before opening the skull by placing a wide-gauge trochar into the ventricles and aspirating the fluid gently. Once enough fluid has been extracted, either of the following techniques can be used.
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(2005). Central Nervous System. In: Gilbert-Barness, E., Debich-Spicer, D.E. (eds) Handbook of Pediatric Autopsy Pathology. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1385/1-59259-673-8:347
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