Hydrocephalus Association

Researchthe hydrocephalus association (ha) remains dedicated to supporting high quality, high-impact research through continued support of the ha patient powered interactive engagement registry (happier), ha network for discovery science (hands), hydrocephalus clinical research network (hcrn), and adult hcrn (ahcrn). happier provides patients and caregivers the opportunity to engage in research while providing researchers access to critical data. hands provides the connections, technology, and tools needed to spur and support innovative basic and translational research, while the pediatric focused hcrn and adult focused ahcrn provide the structure and expertise necessary to efficiently and thoroughly test these new technologies and clinical therapies with the highest clinical standards. by linking basic, translational, and clinical researchers, ha has created a pipeline to move research from the bench to the bedside.

What is hydrocephalus? Hydrocephalus is an abnormal buildup of fluid in the ventricles (cavities) deep within the brain. This excess fluid causes the ventricles to widen, putting pressure on the brain's tissues. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is the clear, colorless fluid that protects and cushions the brain and spine.

The Hydrocephalus Association is dedicated to Finding a cure for hydrocephalus and improve the lives of those impacted. we will accomplish this by collaborating with patients, caregivers, researchers and industry, raising awareness, and funding innovative, high-impact research to prevent, treat and cure hydrocephalus.