An adult is diagnosed with communicating hydrocephalus.The form of hydrocephalus in adults is most often caused by:
A) overproduction of CSF.
B) intercellular edema.
C) elevated arterial blood pressure.
D) defective CSF reabsorption.

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Communicating hydrocephalus in adults is most often caused by defective CSF reabsorption, where the cerebrospinal fluid is not properly absorbed into the bloodstream, leading to its accumulation.

An Adult Is Diagnosed with Communicating Hydrocephalus