One year mortality after pediatric hydrocephalus treatment: a comparative analysis of endoscopic third ventriculostomy and ventriculoperitoneal shunt

ETV ± CPC and VPS demonstrated similar survival rates, with no significant statistical difference between the two methods. However, ETV ± CPC failure often required conversion to VPS, highlighting the importance of managing shunt-related complications like sepsis and dysfunction. Careful post-operative monitoring is essential for both procedures.