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Care after Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Procedure 腦室腹腔引流管術後衛教說明
Care after Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Procedure 腦室腹腔引流管術後衛教說明
2024/1/30
Medical Device: Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Tube
Description of the Medical Device
Poor circulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain causes hydrocephalus that presses the normal tissues. There are communicating hydrocephalus and obstructive hydrocephalus possibly caused by degeneration, clog, or diseases.
When to Use
The excessive cerebrospinal fluid in the brain is drained to reduce the pressure. Most patients are able to improve ventricle circulation and relieve the symptoms.
Possible Side Effects
- Blockage in the tube, 17%-20% of incidence rate.
- Insufficient drainage, 5%-10% of incidence rate.
- Infection, 5%-7% of incidence rate.
- Excessive drainage, about 5% of incidence rate.
- Epilepsy, about 5% of incidence rate.
- Intracranial hemorrhage, < 3% of incidence rate.
Post Surgery Care
- Change the dressings on the wound regularly and keep the wound dry.
- Consult with your physician or technicians about the adjustment of the valve before you are discharged from the hospital.
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HE-20093-E
電話:(04) 22052121 分機 15034
HE-20093-E
中國醫藥大學附設醫院暨體系院所