Evidence based medicine- hydrocephalus guideline for systemic reviews, meta-analysis and evidence based medicine

Abstract

The optimum and proper management of hydrocephalus is the main goal for all neurosurgeons all over the world. Some neurosurgeons or general practitioners see the hydrocephalus as a simple and straightforward problem; however, the fact is that hydrocephalus is a very complex problem, and the etiology, pathophysiology, complication, success of treatment, and failures vary from case to case. Failing to provide on time proper treatment has its serious consequences not only on the current health and well-being of a child who suffers from this disease but also his entire future, career, life, and the life of his families as well. Therefore the search for the best treatment for each and every type of hydrocephalus is a necessity. Hydrocephalus is a clear symbol of the need for evidence-based medicine (Berry et al., JAMA 309:372-80, 2013; Williams, et al., J Neurosurg 107(5 Suppl):345-57, 2007).