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Can a ventriculoperitoneal shunt be used to drain a baby hydrocephalus?

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VP shunt: Yes, a vp shunt can drain hydrocephalus.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 5/11/2012

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That's one way: The current approach to hydrocephalus is dependent on the kid and the training of the neurosurgeon involved in their care. There are several ways to shunt the excess with VP shunting to be a traditional one.

Dr Hodge and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/12/2017

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