ISSN:
1433-0350
Keywords:
Choroid plexectomy
;
Children
;
Chronic infected hydrocephalus
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Choroid plexectomy was performed for chronic infected hydrocephalus in 17 children via a direct open approach. In 16 cases, the CSF was sterilized soon after the plexectomy. In 37% of cases, the hydrocephalus was arrested without a shunt. The incidence of seizures did not increase after plexectomy. Removal of the choroid plexus was controlled by scintigraphy. Neuropsychological results were not encouraging, probably related to the long history of chronic ventricular infection. Surgical mortality was 6%. Choroid plexectomy should be considered as a possible treatment of chronic infected hydrocephalus in children.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00270903
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