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The Preventable Shunt Revision Rate (PSRR) shows significant institutional variation, with about one-third of early shunt failures potentially preventable. Key factors include infection and catheter position, highlighting areas for quality improvement in shunt surgery.

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  • The Preventable Shunt Revision Rate (PSRR) is a novel metric for assessing shunt surgery quality.
  • Understanding PSRR variability and contributing factors is crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the Preventable Shunt Revision Rate (PSRR) across multiple North American centers.
  • To identify clinical and procedural variables associated with preventable shunt failures.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of 5092 shunt operations from nine centers over two years.
  • Classification of 90-day shunt failures as potentially preventable based on collected data.
  • Statistical analysis including bivariate and multivariable models to identify predictors of preventable failure.

Main Results:

  • A combined 90-day shunt failure rate of 16.9% was observed.
  • The median 90-day Preventable Shunt Revision Rate (PSRR) was 33.9%, with institutional rates up to 55.4%.
  • Infection and proximal catheter malposition were the most common causes of preventable failure. Lack of endoscopy, recent infection, shunt type, and center were independent predictors.

Conclusions:

  • The Preventable Shunt Revision Rate (PSRR) demonstrates significant variability across institutions.
  • Approximately one-third of early shunt failures are potentially preventable, indicating opportunities for quality improvement.