A surgically placed shunt that drains excess fluid away from the brain is used to treat
A)microcephalus.
B)encephalitis.
C)meningitis.
D)hydrocephalus.

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Hydrocephalus is a condition where there is an abnormal buildup of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain that can cause pressure to build up and damage brain tissue. The treatment for hydrocephalus is usually a surgically placed shunt that helps drain excess fluid away from the brain to relieve pressure and prevent further damage. Therefore, the correct choice is D.

A Surgically Placed Shunt That Drains Excess Fluid Away from the Brain