Dr. Daniel Cavalcante, MD is a neurosurgeon in Longmont, CO specializing in neurosurgery. He graduated from Technical-Educational Foundation Souza Marques School of Medicine. Dr. Daniel Cavalcante, MD is affiliated with Boulder Community Health, University of Colorado Health (UCHealth), University of Colorado Hospital (UCH), CU Medicine and UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED.
1551 Professional Lane Suite 200
Longmont, CO 80501
12605 E. 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045
1750 E. Ken Pratt Boulevard
Longmont, CO 80504
2150 Stadium Drive 2nd Floor
Boulder, CO 80309
Hydrocephalus
Normally, the brain is bathed in a liquid called cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid cushions and nurtures the brain cells as it flows around and through the brain. Sometimes, cerebrospinal fluid does not get reabsorbed into the body properly, or a blockage in the brain can stop it from flowing. This causes a buildup of pressure called hydrocephalus. This condition affects a wide range of people, but it is much more prevalent among infants and older adults. Left untreated, hydrocephalus can cause uncomfortable symptoms, such as headaches and blurred vision, and eventually may cause brain damage.
Hydrocephalus is most often treated with an implanted device called a shunt. A shunt is a long, thin tube that is used to drain excess fluid. One end is placed within the brain. The tube runs under the skin, along the neck behind the ear, and to another part of the body where the fluid can be reabsorbed. Most often this is the abdomen, but the chest or other areas can also be used. Shunts have a valve that allows doctors to monitor and control the pressure within the brain. Insertion of a shunt is a surgical procedure that takes one to two hours. Incisions are made in the head and the abdomen, and the shunt is threaded into place before the openings are stitched closed.
In cases where hydrocephalus is caused by a blockage, a procedure called endoscopic third ventriculostomy, or ETV, may be performed. During this procedure, a surgeon makes a dime-sized hole in the skull and uses a thin tube with a camera on the end (called an endoscope) to see inside the brain. The surgeon punctures a hole in the floor of the third ventricle, a fluid-filled space within the brain. The hole provides an opening for cerebrospinal fluid to flow around the blockage, normalizing pressure. The entire procedure usually takes less than an hour and patients can often go home the following day. ETV can provide a permanent and safe alternative to a shunt, but it is only useful for patients whose hydrocephalus is caused by a blockage.
Dr. Daniel Cavalcante, MD graduated from Technical-Educational Foundation Souza Marques School of Medicine. He completed residency at Hospital Adventista Silvestre, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He has a state license in Colorado.
Medical School: Technical-Educational Foundation Souza Marques School of Medicine
Residency: Hospital Adventista Silvestre, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (2014)
Licensed In: Colorado
Dr. Daniel Cavalcante, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Daniel Cavalcante, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Daniel Cavalcante, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Longmont, CO.
Dr. Cavalcante is a personable young doctor with excellent communications skills. He walked me throught the results of prior MRI exams and the several x-ray images taken at the start of my visit. I understood the points he made regarding his observations and the concerns expressed by my referring physician. He took action to try and obtain additional pre 2-14 images from my CCalifornia surgeon. I left feeling relievd about my condition due to understanding the observations and his evaluation. I would definitely see him again if and when needed.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Daniel Cavalcante, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Boston Scientific Corporation |
$75,000
SPECTRA SYSTEM $25,000 |
PAIN MANAGEMENT $25,000 |
DBS $25,000 |
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Medtronic USA, Inc. |
$6,250
Deep Brain Neurostimulation $6,250 |
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NUVASIVE, INC. |
$2,030
Thoracolumbar $1,052 |
TLIF $601 |
XLIF $231 |
$147 |
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Stryker Corporation |
$1,121
CASCADIA Interbody System $923 |
EVEREST Spinal System $198 |
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Integra LifeSciences Corporation |
$120
Neuro-Ultrasonic Aspiration Products $120 |
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Other |
$289
Vitality $102 |
CONDUIT $58 |
CREO $49 |
CMF INSTRUMENTS $40 |
Spinal Surgery $23 |
Other $17 |
Grant | $81,250 |
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Travel and Lodging | $2,304 |
Food and Beverage | $1,233 |
Gift | $23 |
Dr. Daniel Cavalcante is a physician who specializes in neurosurgery. He is a graduate of Technical-Educational Foundation Souza Marques School of Medicine. His clinical interests include scoliosis, cervical herniated disc, and pituitary disorders. Dr. Cavalcante speaks Portuguese. His professional affiliations include the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH), CU Medicine, and Boulder Community Health. Dr. Cavalcante is not accepting new patients at this time according to Doctor.com.