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Vp Shunt Surgery

Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt drain extra cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the brain. VP shunt drains the extra CSF from the brain into the abdomen. Extra CSF can result in hydrocephalus, in which there is excess fluid in the ventricles of the brain. It can be present due to many conditions like cancer or at birth.

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My grandfather is not walking and talking properly after VP shunt surgery. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, My grandfather has got NPH problem and he underwent surgery three times. After the last VP stunt placement surgery he had, he fell on the ground and got blood in his head, and the doctor suggested that he needs surgery to remove the blood. After the surgery doctor told that the CT looks n...  Read Full »


Dr. Utkarsh Sharma

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Unfortunately, the CT (computerized tomography) images you have shared (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity) have poor clarity and I insist you share the CT reports if available. The shunt event-free survival is approximate...  Read Full »

My 85-years-old grandfather has NPH problem. How to solve it?

Query: Hello doctor, My grandfather is 85-years-old and had got an NPH (Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus) problem, and we do not know in which way we can solve the problem? Shunt or is it safe for him to do that his age, I got a CT (Computed Tomography) and MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan for any future...  Read Full »


Dr. Gerry Mike Palisoc

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your concern, and I have seen the imaging studies (attachment removed to protect patient identity). If before the problem your father is 85 years old active, can walk, can change clothes by himself, can eat by himself, then a VP (Ventriculoperitoneal) shunt...  Read Full »

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