ISSN:
1433-0350
Keywords:
Ventriculoperitoneal shunt
;
Shunt complication
;
Hydrocephalus
;
Blindness
;
Visual-evoked potential
;
Intracranial pressure
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract A hydrocephalic child with a V-P shunt developed transient blindness following shunt revision. A year later, visual function deteriorated when shunt malfunction occurred. Following shunt revision, the child regained sight. The effects of intracranial hypertension and hypotension on the visual pathways are discussed.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00270713
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