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A member asked:

What are the chances of a vp shunt breaking today. its been in for 13 years. ?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Rather low: It depends upon when it was put in and when it was last revised.

Answered 4/25/2015

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Dr. Kenneth Liu answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

It's possible. : Shunts can stop working at any time. Speak to your physician if you are concerned.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 7/10/2018

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