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Abstract Shunt series (SS) X-rays are often performed as additional routine initial investigations for suspected ventriculo-peritoneal shunt dysfunction, despite low diagnostic utility and radiological implications. We reviewed such referrals at… Click to show full abstract
Abstract Shunt series (SS) X-rays are often performed as additional routine initial investigations for suspected ventriculo-peritoneal shunt dysfunction, despite low diagnostic utility and radiological implications. We reviewed such referrals at our neurosurgical unit and found an 8.3% sensitivity rate for SS; consistent with current evidence. SS should not be performed routinely.
Keywords:
suspected ventriculo;
peritoneal shunt;
ventriculo peritoneal;
shunt dysfunction;
shunt
Journal Title: British Journal of Neurosurgery
Year Published: 2017
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Journal Title: British Journal of Neurosurgery
Year Published: 2017
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