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Mumtaz Ali1, Muhammad Usman, Zahid Khan

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Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) is a successful treatment for obstructive hydrocephalus, showing a 71% success rate. This safe procedure offers an alternative to shunts in selected patients.

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Background:

  • Obstructive hydrocephalus presents a significant neurological challenge.
  • Traditional treatments like ventriculo-peritoneal shunts have limitations.
  • Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) emerged as a less invasive alternative.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of ETV in treating obstructive hydrocephalus.
  • To determine the success rate of ETV in a specific patient cohort.
  • To assess complications and mortality associated with ETV.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional observational study was conducted.
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  • The overall success rate for ETV was 71%.
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  • Complications occurred in 18 patients, with 3 mortalities.

Conclusions:

  • ETV is an effective and safe procedure for obstructive hydrocephalus.
  • It can be considered a successful alternative to ventriculo-peritoneal shunts.
  • ETV shows promise as an initial management option for selected patients.