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Neuroendoscopic third ventriculostomy in dysmorphic brains.

M Cartmill1, T Jaspan, N McConachie

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Queen's Medical Centre, University Hospital, Nottingham, UK. mariacartmill@doctors.org.uk

Child'S Nervous System : Chns : Official Journal of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery
|July 24, 2001
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Neuroendoscopic third ventriculostomy (NTV) is a safe and effective treatment for hydrocephalus, even in patients with complex brain abnormalities like Dandy-Walker malformation and septo-optic dysplasia. This technique offers a viable alternative to shunting in challenging cases.

Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Neuroendoscopy

Background:

  • Neuroendoscopic third ventriculostomy (NTV) is the preferred treatment for non-communicating hydrocephalus, often replacing traditional shunting procedures.
  • Intracranial developmental anomalies are typically considered relative contraindications for NTV due to potential surgical complexities.

Observation:

  • Two pediatric patients with hydrocephalus secondary to Dandy-Walker malformation and septo-optic dysplasia, respectively, were evaluated.
  • Both patients presented with complex intracranial developmental anomalies posing challenges for standard hydrocephalus treatment.

Findings:

  • Successful neuroendoscopic third ventriculostomy (NTV) was performed in both patients using a flexible neuroendoscope.
  • Transendoscopic Doppler ultrasound was utilized to identify a safe target area, ensuring procedural safety during ventriculostomy.

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Implications:

  • This study demonstrates the feasibility and safety of NTV in pediatric patients with complex intracranial developmental anomalies.
  • Neuroendoscopic third ventriculostomy (NTV) may be a viable and effective treatment option for hydrocephalus in cases previously considered contraindications.