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Catheter migration is a rare ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS) complication. This case highlights rare exteriorization through the peritoneovaginal duct, emphasizing the need for regular patient surveillance.

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Area of Science:

Neurosurgery
Pediatric Surgery

Background:

Ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS) insertion is standard for hydrocephalus treatment.
Catheter migration is an infrequent but serious complication of VPS.
Migration can lead to catheter exteriorization via unusual routes.

Observation:

A case of VPS catheter exteriorization through the peritoneovaginal duct is presented.
Diagnosis occurred during hydrocele repair, two years post-VPS insertion.

Findings:

Catheter migration resulted from disconnection/rupture.
Exteriorization occurred via the peritoneovaginal duct, a rare pathway.

Implications:

Regular clinical and radiographic surveillance is crucial for children with VPS.
Annual monitoring of the shunt track is recommended to detect migration early.