Acta medica Iranica

The most recent articles from: March 2013

  • Acta medica Iranica · Mar 2013

    Case Reports

    Spontaneous transanal protrusion of ventriculoperitoneal catheter: a case report.

    Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt placement that diverts the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) into the peritoneal cavity is the most common method of treatment of hydrocephalus. This shunt has a high incidence of malfunction mainly due to catheter obstruction or infection. ⋯ The patient was treated successfully after extrusion of the shunt through the anus, receiving antibiotics and being carefully observed. He was discharged from the hospital after one week.

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