Select the imaging modality that would best demonstrate the following pathologies.
-Hydrocephalus (in neonate)

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Ultrasound is the best imaging modality to demonstrate hydrocephalus in neonates. It is non-invasive, does not involve ionizing radiation, and can provide real-time images of the brain and the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. MRI is another option but may require sedation or anesthesia, and is not as readily available in neonatal units as ultrasound. CT and conventional radiography involve ionizing radiation and are less sensitive than ultrasound or MRI for assessing hydrocephalus. Nuclear medicine imaging may be used to evaluate shunt patency or function, but is not typically used for initial diagnosis of hydrocephalus.

Select the Imaging Modality That Would Best Demonstrate the Following