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11-05-2023 | Hydrocephalus | Case Report

Ventriculoatrial shunt displacement by a central venous catheter in pediatrics: report of two atypical cases

Authors: Christian G. Pirozzi Chiusa, Yamila Basilotta, Eugenia Badaloni, Romina Argañaraz, Beatriz Mantese

Published in: Child's Nervous System | Issue 8/2023

Abstract

Introduction

The treatment of hydrocephalus accounts for 40% of all procedures in pediatric neurosurgery. Ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement is the treatment of choice for most patients. When contraindicated due to different abdominal complications, the use of a ventriculoatrial shunt is a safe second option. Nevertheless, this procedure is not without risk of complications. An extremely rare complication is the displacement of the distal catheter by a central venous catheter.

Case report

We present two atypical cases of shunt dysfunction related to the placement of a central venous catheter.

Conclusion

After an extensive review of the literature, we believe these are the first cases of this unusual complication in children. Awareness of this complication is essential for its prevention and to ensure safe medical care.

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Title: Ventriculoatrial shunt displacement by a central venous catheter in pediatrics: report of two atypical cases
Authors: Christian G. Pirozzi Chiusa
Yamila Basilotta
Eugenia Badaloni
Romina Argañaraz
Beatriz Mantese
Publication date: 11-05-2023
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Keywords: Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Pediatrics
Central Venous Catheter
Published in: Child's Nervous System / Issue 8/2023
Print ISSN: 0256-7040
Electronic ISSN: 1433-0350
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-023-05981-6

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Ventriculoatrial shunt displacement by a central venous catheter in pediatrics: report of two atypical cases

Abstract

Introduction

Case report

Conclusion

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Abstract

Introduction

Case report

Conclusion

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