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Medical Conditions - Shunt Surgery

Shunt surgery is the placement of a small and thin pipe to drain excess cerebrospinal fluid to other parts of the body. Shunt surgery is indicated in case of blockage in the CSF flow due to tumors, etc. Complications of this surgery are excessive bleeding, infection, etc.

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What is the treatment of intense sharp pelvic pain after placement of lumboperitoneal shunt?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You are already taking so many medications for pain control.

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Is back side head pain with fluid in brain serious?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. I have gone through your sister's reports (attachments removed to protect patient identity). I understand your pain for your sister.

Is CSF leak after shunt surgery normal?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I feel sorry for all the pain your sister-in-law is going through. Hydrocephalus is a difficult problem to treat.

What are the normal pressure hydrocephalus treatment options?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sorry to hear about your mother. I have seen her MRI reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Which is better for moderate OS ASD: medication or surgery?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.An OS ASD (ostium secundum atrial septal defect) cannot be treated with medication. Since it has been diagnosed at the age of 46, it needs to be closed.

Does the size of the ventricular septal defects matter?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Yes, size matters.

What are the ways to reduce lower back pain and bulge due to the placement of a rod?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. This is more of a rib cage due to deviation of the spine.

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