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Shunt Overdrainage/Subdural Hematoma
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Shunt Overdrainage/Subdural Hematoma
by Chelby, Mar 21, 2004 12:00AM
Hello. My father had a Codman Hakim Programmable VP shunt implanted in December for Adult Hydrocephalus. He began to experience vision problems and by the end of January the shunt had to be removed due to subdural hematoma caused by overdrainage of fluid. Fortunately, the blood clot is dissipating on its own and most likely will not require surgical removal. In the meantime his Hydrocephalus symptoms (gait disturbance, balance problems, etc.) have returned. I was wondering what are his future options for treatment of Hydrocephalus after the blood clot has completely dissipated?
Thank you so much.
Thank you so much.
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-Neuro-M.D.-CS, Mar 24, 2004 12:00AM
Member Comments (1)
by snowy0422, Jun 05, 2008 10:21PM
A related discussion, blindness following shunt insertion was started.
by Ldup, Jul 11, 2008 06:06AM
A related discussion, Shunt removal was started.
