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FAULTY MEDTRONIC STRATA SHUNT

Has anybody had problems with Strata Valve Adjusing itself ?.
I've had my valve for 4yrs and its adjusted itself 13 times,with no explanation from the NS as to why.
I keep well clear from magnetic fields.according to medtronics they don't adjust themselves,but mine keeps doing it .I am looking at getting valve removed,problem is I don't where to send it for independent assesment as medtronic not very helpful,and i don't trust there testing or findings.as there are people out there with similar problems.
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My daughter is having problems with her Medtronic shunt, she has had headaches on waking and nausea. Saw your post and am wondering how you are going with the OSV11 four years down the track.
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Hi thanks for response have you still got same valve in & are problems on going.If so I know what you are going through I will keep you up to date with any findings after I get my valve checked out when it is investigated. How long have you had your valve in for & how many times has it gone out of adjustment? Have you gone for a second opinion anytime to see about getting replaced,I have now had a new valve fitted within hours of replacement I feel like my old self it is absolutely amazing. I have now got an Integra OSV11 valve which is self adjusting it works like a relief valve it just opens up when pressure builds up & closes when pressure drops I would cannot believe the difference it has made within hours of surgery my balance is perfect my head is so clear already after 24 hours no pills for headaches this valve is fairly new on the market it's incredible the best thing that has happened to me,will keep you up dated,good luck.Regards Ian  
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Same problem, same valve, same response from medtronic.
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