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Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) Shunt Surgery

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About Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) Shunt Surgery

Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt surgery is a neurosurgical procedure used to treat hydrocephalus by diverting excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the brain to the abdominal cavity. The procedure helps relieve pressure inside the brain and prevents...

Overview

The surgery involves: Placement of a catheter into the brain ventricles Connection to a valve system Diversion of fluid to the abdomen Regulation of CSF drainage VP shunts help treat: Hydrocephalus Increased intracranial pressure Congenital CSF disorders Brain fluid obstruction Patients require long-term monitoring because shunt systems may occasionally malfunction or become infected.

Understanding The Procedure

Symptoms That May Require Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) Shunt Surgery

  • ⦾ Enlarged head in infants
  • ⦾ Headache
  • ⦾ Vomiting
  • ⦾ Vision problems
  • ⦾ Balance or walking difficulty

Recovery & Outlook

VP shunt surgery effectively controls hydrocephalus and improves neurological function. Long-term follow-up is essential to monitor shunt performance and neurological health.

Risks

  • ⦾ Shunt blockage
  • ⦾ Infection
  • ⦾ Over-drainage of CSF
  • ⦾ Seizures
  • ⦾ Need for repeat surgery

Post-Operative Care

  • ⦾ Monitor for fever or headache
  • ⦾ Attend regular neurosurgical follow-up visits
  • ⦾ Watch for signs of shunt malfunction
  • ⦾ Avoid head injury
  • ⦾ Continue rehabilitation if advised

Doctors Who Perform Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) Shunt Surgery

Meet experienced neurology (brain care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform ventriculoperitoneal (vp) shunt surgery.

Dr Prahlad S T

Dr Prahlad S T

MBBS, DNB - General Surgery, DNB - Neurosurgery

KMC: 79627

Consultant Brain (Neuro) & Spine Surgeon

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Dr Rajkumar Pannam

Dr Rajkumar Pannam

MBBS, MS, General Surgery, MCh, Neurosurgery, Fellowship in Cerebrovascular and Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Japan.

KMC: APN20130001365TKT

Consultant Neurosurgeon

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Arun Kumar M A

Arun Kumar M A

MBBS, MS General Surgery,DNB General Surgery,MCh Neurosurgery

KMC: 94243

Consultant Neurologist

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