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17 Ιουλ 2024 · The commonest causes of acute presentations associated with a VP shunt are shunt malfunction and infection. Shunt malfunction may be blockage, disconnection, or fracture. Patients present with symptoms of hydrocephalus if the shunt is not working.
5 Μαΐ 2023 · The symptoms of hydrocephalous include: Headaches. Nausea and vomiting. Fatigue. Confusion. Problems with balance and walking. How Does a VP Shunt Work? A...
11 Οκτ 2017 · Symptoms of hydrocephalus can include: large head size. headaches. seizures. irritability. excessive sleepiness. incontinence. poor appetite. cognitive delays or regression. memory loss. poor...
30 Αυγ 2024 · The most common symptoms of hydrocephalus include: Headache. Fatigue (feeling more tired or weak than usual), drowsiness (not able to stay awake or focus), or both. Nausea (feeling like you’re going to throw up) and vomiting (throwing up). Irritability (feeling angrier than usual). Problems with thinking and memory, such as confusion.
23 Αυγ 2023 · A ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt is a cerebral shunt that drains excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) when there is an obstruction in the normal outflow or there is a decreased absorption of the fluid. Cerebral shunts are used to treat hydrocephalus.
27 Ιουλ 2023 · If you have a VP shunt, you should be observant about headaches, weakness, or blurred vision and let your medical team know if you experience any of these symptoms. Your level of recommended physical activity might need to be somewhat adjusted so that the shunt can stay safe, secure, and clean.
8 Ιαν 2019 · A ventriculoperitoneal shunt is an effective way to treat the symptoms of hydrocephalus. When fitted, a ventriculoperitoneal shunt successfully drains CSF and reduces brain pressure for most...
