Key planning information for this type of hydrocephalus treatment in Germany.
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3 typesOf hydrocephalus treatment
Shunt Procedure in Germany is priced per case; 3 hospitals in Germany list Hydrocephalus Treatment. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
About this procedure
In this procedure, a ventricular catheter is placed in the cerebral ventricles. This allows the bypass and drainage of the excess fluid to other cavities in the body. The fluid may be drained into cavities such as the peritoneal cavity, the right atrium, pleural cavity and gallbladder. A shunt is a tube that is soft and flexible, and is usually made up of plastic or silicone rubber. It contains a valve that allows drainage and a catheter that joins the drainage and deposit sites. A small sensor may be placed near the valve to check pressure levels if the intracranial pressure is high. A ventriculoperitoneal shunt is permanently placed with one end inserted in a ventricle of the brain and another end in the peritoneal cavity. Other drainage sites may be the gall bladder, the heart’s right ventricle and the pleural area surrounding the lungs. According to the location of obstruction, fluid drainage may be done from the subarachnoid space around the brain. The shunt is usually replaced after 10 years in adults. In children, the shunts may need to be replaced sooner.
How to prepare for a Shunt proecdure?
Hydrocephalus should be diagnosed correctly by a CT scan or MRI.
Cerebrospinal fluid should be tested if any infection or tumor is suspected.
Patients with mental disabilities should go through neuropsychological examination.
The patient should inform the doctor about any medical conditions and illnesses.
Some medication that the patient is taking may be stopped.
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Duration of surgery/treatment
Approximately one and a half hours
Days admitted
3 to 4 days
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Recovery
- The patient is required to lie flat for 24 hours if the shunt is placed for the first time. - The patient’s neurological status and vital signs are monitored - Pain medication may be prescribed by the doctor. - The shunt is checked to ensure it is functioning normally.
Risks
The risks involved in ventricular shunt procedure include the following: - Problems in the abdomen such as collection of excess fluid - Blockage in the shunt - Clotting - Loss of memory and sensations - Seizures - Paralyses - Headaches - Speech problems - Valve failure - Bleeding - Reaction to anesthesia
After care
- The surgery area should be kept clean to avoid infections. - The cerebrospinal fluids should be checked by the doctor periodically to ensure that there is no infection and bleeding. - The pressure of the cerebrospinal fluid should be checked. - The patient’s eyes should be checked regularly for any symptoms of optic nerve damage that a shunt failure may cause.
The doctor should be contacted immediately if the following symptoms occur: - Fever - Breathing difficulty - Eating problems - Seizures - Stiff neck - Severe headaches - Severe drowsiness - Vomiting - No pulse
Hospitals in Germany offering Hydrocephalus Treatment
These hospitals list Hydrocephalus Treatment in Germany; ask any of them to quote Shunt Procedure for your case. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.
Established in 1884, the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf underwent full modernization in 2009 and emerged as the most innovative European hospital. Its dedicated International Office supports roundabout 1,000 foreign patients a year.
One of Germany's largest hospitals, made up of more than 50 clinics and specialist institutes spanning all medical specialties. Kinikum Stuttgart is regarded as one of the best hospitals in Germany, and is a referral center for oncology, ENT, pediatrics and more.
DoctorsNHProf. Nikolai HopfOODr. Onenn Orio-glaunecView all 8
Heidelberg University Hospital is one of Europe`s leading medical centers. World-renowned experts provide comprehensive care of the highest international standards in all medical specialties.
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