What Is Dandy Walker Syndrome?

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4. Hydrocephalus

As mentioned, hydrocephalus, which is a build-up of fluid on the brain, is likely to occur as a complication in Dandy-Walker syndrome.

This can be quite an alarming condition because the fluid can cause the skull to expand rapidly. Also, symptoms of increased pressure within the skull include irritability, excessive sleepiness, and vomiting.

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