Access personalized VP Shunt care using advanced medical technology, supported by expert specialists and dedicated international patient services.
Choosing Apollo Hospitals for VP Shunt gives patients access to experienced neurosurgeons, advanced brain imaging, modern operating facilities, and comprehensive post-operative monitoring. Established in 1988, the JCI accredited hospital in Hyderabad, India has 550 beds and provides specialized neurosurgical care.
VP Shunt is a commonly used method of treating hydrocephalus by transferring excess CSF from the brain to another part of the body. The procedure usually involves creating a small opening in the skull to insert the ventricular catheter, followed by placement of a programmable or fixed-pressure valve and abdominal catheter. The shunt is designed to regulate the movement of CSF and reduce pressure or ventricular enlargement. Following surgery, doctors monitor neurological status, wound healing, and signs of shunt malfunction or infection.