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Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)

A ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt is a medical device that relieves pressure on the brain caused by fluid accumulation. It is basically a surgical intervention that primarily treats a condition called hydrocephalus that occurs when excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collects in the brain’s ventricles.

The prime function of CSF is to cushion your brain and protect it from injury inside the skull. The fluid acts as a delivery system for nutrients that the brain needs, and it also takes away waste products. Normally, CSF flows through these ventricles to the base of the brain. When this normal flow is disrupted, the buildup of fluid can create harmful pressure on the brain’s tissues and eventually the brain. A VP shunt is surgically placed inside one of the brain’s ventricles to divert fluid away from the brain and restore normal flow and absorption of CSF.

What causes excess fluid to build up?

There may be various reasons which can lead to excess fluid buildup around the brain such as:

  • Overproduction of CSF
  • Poor absorption of CSF by the blood vessels
  • Blockages preventing fluid from flowing throughout the brain
  • The occurrence of Cysts, tumors, or inflammation in the brain

 


 


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Symptoms of Hydrocephalus

  • Large head size
  • Headaches
  • Seizures
  • Irritability
  • Excessive sleepiness
  • Incontinence
  • Poor appetite
  • Cognitive delays or regression memory loss poor coordination impaired vision


FAQ's

What is a VP Shunt?

A VP shunt is used to drain extra cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the brain. CSF is the fluid that surrounds your brain and spinal cord. It’s made in the ventricles (hollow spaces) inside your brain.

What is Hydrocephalus?

Hydrocephalus is a condition in which an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) occurs within the brain. This typically causes increased pressure inside the skull.

 


Range Of Treatment Cost

5000 - 6000 USD

Symptoms of Hydrocephalus

  • Large head size
  • Headaches
  • Seizures
  • Irritability
  • Excessive sleepiness
  • Incontinence
  • Poor appetite
  • Cognitive delays or regression memory loss poor coordination impaired vision

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a VP Shunt?

A VP shunt is used to drain extra cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the brain. CSF is the fluid that surrounds your brain and spinal cord. It’s made in the ventricles (hollow spaces) inside your brain.

What is Hydrocephalus?

Hydrocephalus is a condition in which an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) occurs within the brain. This typically causes increased pressure inside the skull.

 

Range of Treatment Cost

5000 - 6000 USD

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Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)

A ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt is a medical device that relieves pressure on the brain caused by fluid accumulation. It is basically a surgical intervention that primarily treats a condition called hydrocephalus that occurs when excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collects in the brain’s ventricles.

The prime function of CSF is to cushion your brain and protect it from injury inside the skull. The fluid acts as a delivery system for nutrients that the brain needs, and it also takes away waste products. Normally, CSF flows through these ventricles to the base of the brain. When this normal flow is disrupted, the buildup of fluid can create harmful pressure on the brain’s tissues and eventually the brain. A VP shunt is surgically placed inside one of the brain’s ventricles to divert fluid away from the brain and restore normal flow and absorption of CSF.

What causes excess fluid to build up?

There may be various reasons which can lead to excess fluid buildup around the brain such as:

  • Overproduction of CSF
  • Poor absorption of CSF by the blood vessels
  • Blockages preventing fluid from flowing throughout the brain
  • The occurrence of Cysts, tumors, or inflammation in the brain

Symptoms of Hydrocephalus

  • Large head size
  • Headaches
  • Seizures
  • Irritability
  • Excessive sleepiness
  • Incontinence
  • Poor appetite
  • Cognitive delays or regression memory loss poor coordination impaired vision

What is a VP Shunt?

A VP shunt is used to drain extra cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the brain. CSF is the fluid that surrounds your brain and spinal cord. It’s made in the ventricles (hollow spaces) inside your brain.

What is Hydrocephalus?

Hydrocephalus is a condition in which an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) occurs within the brain. This typically causes increased pressure inside the skull.

 

5000 - 6000 USD

Top Hospitals

Rating :

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
Geetanjali Hospital

Geetanjali Hospital is an 1150-bedded Tertiary Care Hospital with Multi Super Specialty Services having all medical modalities under one roof. The medicity is spread over an area of 35 acres of picturesque Udaipur scenery. Geetanjali Hospital boasts of state-of-the.....

Rating :

NABHNABL
Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
SHREE KRISHNA HOSPITAL & MEDICAL RESEARCH CENTER

Shree Krishna Hospital & Medical Research Center A world away from the chaos of the main cities and surrounded by 100 acres of lush greenery, Shree Krishna Hospital is an ideal environment for rest and recovery. Today the hospital is ranked among Gujarat's .....

Rating :

NABH
Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
Felix Hospital

Formed by a group of eminent doctors and healthcare management professionals, Felix Hospital is well equipped to provide high quality of personalized care to your health & medical needs. The team is proud to be a leading organization in India to focus on end to.....

Rating :

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
Orange Ray

Orange Ray is a multi-speciality wellness centre which houses various alternative healing modalities and therapies along with multiple fitness options. At Orange Ray, we use minimal or NO medicines, surgery-advised patients are spared the trauma of the knife. Our O.....

Rating :

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
Jain Eye Hospital And LASER Centre

Jain Eye Hospital & LASER Centre is a tertiary care referral centre appropriate and ethical management of all eye diseases. We take care of all aspects of eye health. We are a self-contained, ultra-modern ophthalmic centre and are conveniently located at AG-152.....

Rating :

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
Umkal Hospital

Umkal Hospital is a multi-specialty health care institution, equipped with the most modern state-of-the-art technology infrastructure and managed by highly skilled medical professionals in all major disciplines. Established in .....

Rating :

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
SmilePro Dental Care

SmilePro Dental Care team always stands by “good dental care treatment with routine checkups goes a long way” - smilepro.in Smile Pro Dental & Implant Centres operate through strategically located centres at Pune- Model Colony & Kalyaninagar, Go.....

Rating :

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
Spectra Eye Hospital

Spectra Eye Group of Hospitals has the most advanced diagnostic and sophisticated ophthalmic surgical set up in North India. With 10 dedicated super specialists available year round, the center offers super specialty eye treatment rang.....

Rating :

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
Veritaas Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Veritaas Healthcare is a Multispecialty Clinic with consultations, path lab, radiology, dental, physiotherapy services etc under one roof. This convenience, along with our unwavering commitment to quality and unparalleled customer se.....

Rating :

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt(VT Shunt)
Ayulife

Ayulife Offer the Best of Genuine Ayurveda Treatments which helps in getting rid of the Worries & Anxieties of modern lifestyle and brings peace to mind. Moreover it not only treats the pains/illness but eradicates them. In.....

Top Doctors

DR AK BANERJI
Dr AK Banerji

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR KARANJIT SINGH NARANG
Dr Karanjit Singh Narang

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR ROHIT BANSIL
Dr Rohit Bansil

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR RANA  PATIR
Dr Rana Patir

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR ASHISH KUMAR  SHRIVASTAV
Dr Ashish Kumar Shrivastav

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR ADITYA  GUPTA
Dr Aditya Gupta

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

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