The ventricular peritoneal shunt is a medical device that helps to relieve pressure in the brain caused by cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) accumulation. There are many reasons for excess fluid accumulation, such as overproduction of CSF, blockage preventing the fluid flow, and poor absorption of CSF by the blood vessels.
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Please suggest a medicine for muscle stiffness, apart from Baclofen.
Query: Hi doctor, My dad is without ventilator support since 40 days and his tracheostomy has also removed five days back. Without any life support system, he is currently breathing by himself for last 7-8 days with saturation level 100% on air. Past four days he is able to keep his eyes open for few minut... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for the detailed information. I am happy to see your father improve gradually. Here is what I suggest. There is no other medicine for stiffness. However, physiotherapy should be carried out aggressively to prevent worsening of stiffness. One should rule out infe... Read Full »