Spontaneous peritoneal catheter knot formation: A rare cause of ventriculoperitoneal shunt malfunction

J Clin Neurosci. 2017 Apr:38:67-68. doi: 10.1016/j.jocn.2016.12.031. Epub 2017 Jan 10.

Abstract

Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunting remains invaluable in the management of hydrocephalus. It is a common procedure that can be complicated by shunt malfunction due to infection, blockage and disconnection. Spontaneous peritoneal catheter knot formation causing CSF flow obstruction is a rare phenomenon. We present a case of a 12years old boy with spontaneous knot formation in the peritoneal catheter causing VP shunt obstruction and hydrocephalus.

Keywords: Complication; Knot; Malfunction; Obstruction; Spontaneous; Ventriculoperitoneal shunt.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Catheters, Indwelling / adverse effects*
  • Child
  • Equipment Failure*
  • Humans
  • Hydrocephalus / diagnosis
  • Hydrocephalus / surgery
  • Male
  • Peritoneal Cavity* / surgery
  • Postoperative Complications / diagnosis*
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology
  • Postoperative Complications / surgery
  • Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt / adverse effects*