7 Hospitals
Prince Court Medical Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Number of Beds: 277
Year of Establishment: 2007
Medical Tourism Hospital of the Year 2024
Clinical Service Initiative of the Year 2024
Best in Community Involvement of the Year 2023
Brand of the Year in Healthcare of the Year 2023
Orthopaedic Service Provider of the Year 2023
Clinical Service Initiative of the Year 2023
Medical Tourism Hospital of the Year of the Year 2023
Top Children’s Hospital of the Year 2022
MRO Service Star of the Year 2022
- Accreditation
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- Excellence in Healthcare Services in 2019 - Awarded by APAC Insider for Parkway Pantai's exceptional healthcare services and high patient satisfaction.
- Best Healthcare Brand in 2018 - Awarded by Influential Brands for Parkway Pantai's contribution to the healthcare industry and patient care.
- Best Hospital Group in 2017 - Awarded by HR Asia for Parkway Pantai's commitment to employee welfare and development, which ultimately benefits the patients.
- Best Private Healthcare Provider in Asia-Pacific in 2016 - Awarded by Global Health and Travel for Parkway Pantai's exceptional healthcare services and facilities.
- Best Healthcare Provider in Southeast Asia in 2015 - Awarded by MIMS for Parkway Pantai's exceptional medical services, innovative technology, and patient care
- Accreditation
Sunway Medical Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Number of Beds: 724
Year of Establishment: 1999
Frost & Sullivan: 2024 Malaysian Hospital Market Leadership Award
College of American Pathologists (CAP) Accreditation
Healthcare Asia Awards 2024: Hospital of the Year (Malaysia)
Healthcare Asia Awards 2024: Health Promotion Initiative of the Year
Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand 2024
Newsweek World’s Best Hospitals 2024
World Stroke Organisation (WSO) Angels Awards 2023 - Gold Award (Q4)
World Stroke Organisation (WSO) Angels Awards 2023 - Gold Award (Q3)
- Accreditation
2023, Best Specialized Hospital Asia Pacific – Endocrinology
2023, Best Specialized Hospital Asia Pacific – Cardiology
2022, GlobalHealth Asia Pacific Child Development and Paediatric Service Provider of the Year in Asia Pacific
2022, Frost & Sullivan – Malaysia Emerging Hospital Company of the year award
2022, Malaysian Healthcare Tourism Corporation (MHTC) Elite member (Jan 2022 - Dec 2022)
2022, Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH) - (2020-2024)
2019, Healthcare Infection Control Management Resources (HICMR)
2018, The Brand Laureate Best Brand – Brand leadership Award (2018-2019)
- Accreditation
Subang Jaya Medical Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Number of Beds: 442
Year of Establishment: 1985
Healthcare Asia Awards 2024, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins ESG Program of the Year
Frost & Sullivan, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Best Practices Award, Malaysian Best Hospital Company of the Year
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Hospital of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Advanced Genetic Centre Provider of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Diabetes Service Provider of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Multi-Disciplinary Oncology Service Provider of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins CSR Service of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth MedTech Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins the Excellence in Digital Health Innovation of the Year
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Global Health Asia Pacific Awards 2023, Sports Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy Service Provider Of The Year In Asia Pacific
Newsweek Best Specialized Hospital APAC 2023, Paediatrics
Healthcare Asia Awards 2023, Vaccination Delivery of the Year - Malaysia
Malaysian Healthcare & Wellness Excellence Award 2023
- Accreditation
Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Number of Beds: 171
Year of Establishment: 2016
- Accreditation
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Outcomes of VP Shunt
| Speciality | Neurology |
| Procedure | VP Shunt |
| Success Rate | 70-90% |
| Recovery Time | 2-3 months |
| Treatment Time | 1-2 hours |
| Chances of Recurrence | 10-20% |
What is a VP Shunt, and how does it work?
A VP Shunt, also known as a ventriculoperitoneal shunt, is a surgical procedure used to treat hydrocephalus. It is a condition where there is an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain, leading to increased pressure. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia and takes about 90 minutes. The surgeon drains the excess fluid in the brain by creating a hole in the skull and using a thin, flexible tube (catheter). Tiny pumps may be attached to the cavity to drain the fluid. The pumps can be regulated to extract extra fluid as it increases above a certain range, which is then dumped in the peritoneal cavity.
What medical conditions can be treated through VP Shunt?
The VP shunt procedure is exclusively used in cases of hydrocephalus. There are two types of Hydrocephalus; Congenital Hydrocephalus, which is present at birth due to abnormal brain development, and Acquired Hydrocephalus, which is caused by infections, tumors, or head injuries leading to CSF buildup.
What is the recovery process after a VP Shunt?
The recovery after a VP shunt procedure may take three to four days. Most patients are discharged from the hospital within seven days after the procedure. During the hospital stay, blood pressure, the proper working of the shunt, and the heart rate of the patient are consistently monitored. The doctor prescribes preventative antibiotics to avoid any infections. Patients may experience mild discomfort and headaches during the recovery period. Regular follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor the shunt's function and ensure that the hydrocephalus is well-controlled. In some cases, physical therapy may be required to help with motor and developmental issues associated with the condition.
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Procedures related to VP Shunt :
- Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy
- Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy in Singapore
- Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy in India
- Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy in Lithuania
- External Ventricular Drainage
Most highly rated hospitals for VP Shunt in Other Destinations are:
- Singapore
- Parkway East Hospital, Joo Chiat Pl
- Gleneagles Hospital, Napier Road
- Farrer Park Hospital, Connexion
- Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Mount Elizabeth
- Thomson Medical Center, Thomson Road
- Switzerland
- India
- Aster Medicity, Kochi
- Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, Delhi
- Pushpawati Singhania Research Institute, Delhi
- Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata
- Apollo Spectra Hospital, Pune
- Lithuania
- Morocco
Frequently Asked Questions
There are several factors for ranking the hospitals on the basis of the procedure. To rank these hospitals in Malaysia for VP Shunt, take the following aspects into account- Popularity of the procedure, Infrastructure, Availability of the treatment, Skilled Medical Professionals, Technology employed, Cost, Facilities Offered, and Success Rate.
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People from around the world are increasingly choosing to travel to Malaysia for VP Shunt due to its modern infrastructure and high success rate. VP Shunt is the best option when it comes to Malaysia for a variety of reasons including:
- Experienced and certified specialists
- Affordable treatment plans
- Transparency and data privacy
- Accredited hospitals
- Latest medical technologies
The length of recovery after treatment is determined by the patient's overall health as well as the criticality of the treatment. Rehabilitation and post-operative care play an important role in speeding up the recovery time and helping the patient to get back to their healthier self. Patients must also visit for follow-ups post-surgery to ensure proper healing and speed up the recovery process.