2-Year-Old Child Recovers from Rare Bobble-Head Doll Syndrome After Advanced Neuro-Endoscopic Surgery at Medicover Secunderabad

27th Nov 2025 | Medicover Hospitals | Secunderabad

At Medicover Hospitals, Secunderabad, our Pediatric Neurosurgery team successfully treated a 2-year-old child with one of the rarest and most complex forms of hydrocephalus, also known as multiloculated hydrocephalus associated with bobble-head doll syndrome.

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The condition caused the child to exhibit incessant "no-no" head shaking movements, which were previously dismissed as normal behavioral habits. Over time, the symptoms progressed and delayed the child's development, prompting the parents to seek advanced medical care at Medicover.

What is Hydrocephalus?

Hydrocephalus is commonly known as "water on the brain". It affects 4-5 children out of every 10,000 births in India. But multiloculated hydrocephalus is rare and considered one of the most difficult variants to treat.

In these children, the fluid chambers of the brain are separated into multiple trapped pockets. This leads to dangerously high pressure, impaired brain function, and delayed developmental milestones.

Advanced Neuro-Endoscopy Surgery at Medicover Secunderabad

Our neurosurgery team, led by Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon Dr. Ramesh Shighakolli and Chief Anaesthetist & HOD Dr. Bhavani Shankar Srinivas, created the most precise surgical plan using:

What our team did during surgery:

  • Accessed deep compartments of the brain
  • Broke down all loculations
  • Reunified the chambers into one functional cavity
  • Restored normal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow

These steps helped decrease pressure and safeguard the child's brain from further damage.

The Final Result

The surgery was a complete success. Very soon after the procedure, the child showed:

  • Improved alertness
  • Better eye-to-eye contact
  • Recognition of parents
  • Progress in age-appropriate milestones

Most importantly, the abnormal head nodding stopped, marking a major improvement in brain function and movement control.

Our Doctors' Insights On the Case and Surgery

Dr. Ramesh Shighakolli said:

"Complex hydrocephalus requires in-depth planning and modern technology. This child's recovery shows how precision surgery can deliver excellent outcomes even in the rarest neurological conditions."

Dr. Bhavani Shankar Srinivas added:

"Pediatric neurosurgery requires perfect co-ordination between neurosurgery, anesthesia and critical care. Our teamwork ensures maximum safety and a smooth recovery."

Our Commitment to Your Child's Health

This exceptional case strengthens our reputation as a top center for advanced pediatric neurosurgery in India. We remain committed to supporting patients with expertise and cutting-edge medical technology.


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Dr. Ramesh Shighakolli

Dr. Ramesh Shighakolli

Neurosurgeon

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