What is Ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VP shunt)?
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A ventriculoperitoneal shunt is a tube placed in a ventricle of the brain when an increased amount of cerebrospinal fluid accumulates. The fluid is drained to the abdominal cavity, known as the peritoneum to relieve pressure.
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How do members experience Ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VP shunt)?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocephalus | 21 | 9 | |
| Idiopathic intracranial hypertension | 16 | 5 | |
| Normal pressure hydrocephalus | 4 | 0 | |
| Blurry vision | 2 | 0 | |
| Headaches | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Headaches | 3 | |
| Band of pressure around head | 1 | |
| Dizziness | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 | |
| Numbness in head | 1 | |
| Obsessive thinking | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 5 | |
| Mild | 3 | |
| None | 6 |
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