Spontaneous resolution of acute obstructive hydrocephalus in the neonate

Spontaneous resolution of acute hydrocephalus without aspiration of cerebra l fluid is rare. In a neonate born at full term this has only been reported once before. We report on one further case that was caused by intraventric ular haemorrhage (IVH). The probable mechanism is resolution of the acute h aemorrhage in the region of the aqueduct, resulting in resolution of the hy drocephalus itself. The importance of considering conservative management o f acute hydrocephalus in the clinically stable neonate is emphasised.