Jarrod was born with a condition that required a tube to be surgically implanted to drain fluid from his brain into his abdomen to minimize brain damage. Jarrod has which condition?
A)microcephaly
B)hydrocephaly
C)phenylketonuria (PKU)
D)cretinism

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Jarrod has hydrocephaly, a condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the cavities of the brain, which can lead to increased intracranial pressure. The surgical implantation of a tube, or shunt, to drain the fluid from the brain to another part of the body, such as the abdomen, is a common treatment for this condition.

Jarrod Was Born with a Condition That Required a Tube