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A member asked:

Im always scared im going to pull out my vp shunt or disconnect or break it when i stretch out or something can this happen i don't want it to?

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Not likely: Typically, there is plenty of laxity in the shunt system to allow for movement without damaging the shunt tubing.

Answered 7/28/2018

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