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Intraventricular migration of VP shunt
1Department of Neurosurgery, King Faisal University, King Fahd University Hospital, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.
Neurosurgical Review
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Proximal migration of ventriculoperitoneal shunts into the ventricles is rare. This study details a case and reviews existing literature to hypothesize causes and identify at-risk patients for this shunt complication.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Pediatric Surgery
- Medical Device Complications
Background:
- Ventriculoperitoneal shunts are common for hydrocephalus treatment.
- Proximal shunt migration into the ventricles is an exceptionally rare complication.
- Previous literature has limited reporting on this specific shunt malfunction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of proximal ventriculoperitoneal shunt migration into the lateral ventricle.
- To analyze existing cases and hypothesize potential causes for this phenomenon.
- To identify patient populations at risk and outline management strategies.
Main Methods:
- Case report of a 16-month-old female with complete VP shunt migration.
- Literature review of previously reported cases (5 cases).
- Analysis of clinical data to hypothesize etiology and risk factors.
Main Results:
- A 16-month-old patient experienced shunt malfunction due to complete proximal migration.
- This study includes the current case and 5 prior reports, totaling 6 cases.
- A potential cause for proximal migration is hypothesized, and at-risk patient groups are identified.
Conclusions:
- Proximal ventriculoperitoneal shunt migration is a rare but significant complication.
- Understanding risk factors and potential causes can guide preventative measures.
- Management strategies for this rare shunt complication are discussed.