Abstract:This investigation was carried out to determine the early structural abnormalities of the cephalic region in a genetic mutant of the rat characterized by prenatal aqueductal stenosis and hydrocephalus. The appearance of hydrocephalic and control embryos was examined on days 13-15 of gestation, and the structure and organization of the neuroepithelium and basal lamina were studied using scanning electron microscopy. In addition to some overall developmental delay, hydrocephalic embryos were characterized by abn… Show more
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