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CC BY 4.0 · Surg J (N Y) 2022; 08(03): e245-e248
DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1756181
Case Report

Migration of Distal End of VP Shunt into the Scrotum: A Management Review

Mahmoud M. Taha
1   Department of Neurosurgery, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
,
Hassan A. Almenshawy
2   Department of Neurosurgery, Al Mokatam Insurance Hospitals, Cairo, Egypt
,
Mohammad Ezzat
1   Department of Neurosurgery, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
,
Mohamed Kh. Elbadawy 
1   Department of Neurosurgery, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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Abstract

Ventriculo-peritoneal (VP) shunt is the typical and most common procedure for the treatment of hydrocephalus. Many complications have been associated with VP shunts, migration of the distal end of the VP tube into the scrotum is a rare one. We report the presentation and management of a case of 3 month age infant who had scrotal swelling primarily diagnosed as hydrocele. Investigations proved the presence of shunt migration. The possibility of shunt migration should be considered. Early diagnosis and management of such complications is easy and can prevent subsequent serious sequelae.

Keywords

VP shunt - migration - scrotal swelling - hydrocele

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Patient's family gave informed consent.




Publication History

Received: 20 June 2022

Accepted: 26 July 2022

Article published online:
02 September 2022

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