Treatment of congenital hydrocephalus in a foal using a ventriculoperitoneal shunt |
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Authors: | Bradford G Bentz VMD MS and H David Moll DVM MS |
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Institution: | McGee Medicine Center, Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, Lexington, KY;and Center for Veterinary Sciences, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK |
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Abstract: | Objective: The objective of this report is to describe the presentation, diagnostic imaging findings, management, and complications of surgical shunt placement in a foal with congenital hydrocephalus. Case summary: A 3‐day‐old Quarter Horse colt was diagnosed with hydrocephalus on the basis of clinical signs and computed tomographic scan. A surgical shunt was placed from the right cerebral ventricle to the peritoneum. The foal demonstrated significant improvement in clinical signs until shunt complications occurred. New or unique information provided: To the authors' knowledge, the placement of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt to manage equine hydrocephalus has not been described. This case report provides a foundation for understanding the techniques and possible complications of surgical shunt placement in hydrocephalic foals. |
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Keywords: | complications peritoneal catheter shunt valve ventricular catheter |
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