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A member asked:
Tips shunt removal.if they can be inserted they can be removed.can you please suggest a surgeon who does remove tips shunt?thank you for your time.
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Talk to your doctor: You should start by talking to the doctor that put it in. If you are having problems there may be other causes than the shunt. Your GP can refer you to the appropriate specialty to investigate this.
Answered 4/17/2017
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See surgeon: these are usually not removed. they can be closed / narrowed intentionally if needed. I would suggest you to see a transplant surgeon (any local transplant center). In south Florida you have Cleveland Clinic, University of Miami..
Answered 4/20/2017
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