PS Medical Strata II Valve (Medtronic Inc.) for shunt-dependent pediatric hydrocephalus
Record ID 32010001341
English
Authors' objectives:
Hydrocephalus is an abnormal build-up of fluid and pressure in the brain that causes headaches,pain, and drowsiness. It can lead to brain injury and even death. Hydrocephalus arises because of a blockage in the circulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), the liquid that surrounds, nourishes, and protects the brain. CSF is produced in cavities (ventricles) of the brain and circulates throughout the brain and spinal cord before being reabsorbed into the bloodstream of the brain. However, circulation of CSF can become blocked in some infants and children, either by congenital malformation of the brain or as a result of infection (most commonly meningitis) or trauma. Pediatric hydrocephalus affects around 3 to 4 in 1000 live births.
Details
Project Status:
Completed
Year Published:
2010
URL for published report:
http://www.hayesinc.com/hayes/crd/?crd=11186
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
United States
MeSH Terms
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunts
- Child
- Child, Preschool
- Hydrocephalus
- Infant
- Infant, Newborn
- Intracranial Pressure
- Prostheses and Implants
- Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt
Contact
Organisation Name:
HAYES, Inc.
Contact Address:
157 S. Broad Street, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA 19446, USA. Tel: 215 855 0615; Fax: 215 855 5218
Contact Name:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Contact Email:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Copyright:
2010 Winifred S. Hayes, Inc
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