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Christopher Gegg¹, Greg Olavarria, Jogi V Pattisapu

¹Childhood Neurosurgery and Center for Hydrocephalus, PA, 58 West Michigan Street, Orlando, FL 32806, USA. CGegg@PedNeurosurgery.net

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Roller coaster rides may cause shunt malfunction in children. A case report highlights G-force exposure leading to proximal catheter obstruction and increased intracranial pressure, necessitating shunt revision.

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Area of Science:

Pediatric Neurosurgery
Medical Case Reports

Background:

Shunt malfunction is a common complication in pediatric hydrocephalus management.
Exposure to significant G forces, such as from amusement park rides, has not been well-documented as a cause of shunt issues.

Purpose of the Study:

To report a unique case of shunt malfunction in a child following exposure to G forces.
To discuss the potential risks and implications for counseling patients with shunts.

Main Methods:

A case report detailing a child's experience with shunt malfunction after a roller coaster ride.
Clinical presentation, diagnostic findings, and treatment of the shunt malfunction were reviewed.

Main Results:

The child experienced shunt malfunction with symptoms of raised intracranial pressure immediately after the roller coaster ride.
Surgical revision revealed proximal catheter obstruction, consistent with hemorrhage within the catheter.

Conclusions:

G-force exposure from amusement rides can precipitate shunt malfunction in children.
This case underscores the importance of patient and family counseling regarding activities that may pose risks to individuals with shunts.