Laparoscopy-assisted placement of a ventriculobiliary shunt: a technical note
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DOI: 10.1007/s00381-019-04173-5
Abstract: PurposeHydrocephalus is a common condition in pediatric neurosurgeon’s clinical practice. Peritoneal and atrial shunting is the treatment of choice in the immense majority of patients. Sometimes, there are complex cases that may need innovative solutions… read more here.
Keywords: ventriculobiliary shunt; laparoscopy assisted; placement ventriculobiliary; distal catheter ... See more keywords
Real-time 3D Transesophageal Echocardiography for the Placement of Ventriculoatrial Shunt: A Case Series and Technical Note
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DOI: 10.1097/ana.0000000000000952
Abstract: Background: Ventriculoatrial (VA) shunts are used to manage hydrocephalus and idiopathic intracranial hypertension when peritoneal drainage of cerebrospinal fluid is not feasible. The technique of distal catheter placement during VA shunt insertion is controversial, especially… read more here.
Keywords: shunt insertion; placement; shunt; tee ... See more keywords
Migration of the distal catheter of the ventriculoperitoneal shunt in hydrocephalus patients
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DOI: 10.17712/nsj.2017.4.20170137
Abstract: Distal catheter migration of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS) is a rare but serious complication. It is usually asymptomatic. However, it can be further complicated by the presence of co-infections, interruption of the shunt, and/or disturbances… read more here.
Keywords: catheter; distal catheter; migration; ventriculoperitoneal shunt ... See more keywords