Recurrent distal ventriculoperitoneal shunt migration in an obese patient with high-grade glioma: A case report

This case highlights recurrent distal migration of a VP shunt in an obese patient with glioblastoma-related hydrocephalus. Although rare, distal catheter migration is an important cause of shunt malfunction. Awareness of predisposing factors such as obesity and adhesions, combined with careful intraoperative technique and secure distal catheter fixation, is crucial to reducing the likelihood of recurrence.

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Surgical Neurology International
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2025-12-26
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https://doi.org/10.25259/sni_1141_2025
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Cerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalus
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Recurrent distal ventriculoperitoneal shunt migration in an obese patient with high-grade glioma: A case report

Ahmed H Bin Salem, Hussam Kutub, Faisal Muzian
Surgical Neurology International
Cerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalus
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Recurrent distal ventriculoperitoneal shunt migration in an obese patient with high-grade glioma: A case report

Ahmed H Bin Salem, Hussam Kutub, Faisal Muzian
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Abstract

This case highlights recurrent distal migration of a VP shunt in an obese patient with glioblastoma-related hydrocephalus. Although rare, distal catheter migration is an important cause of shunt malfunction. Awareness of predisposing factors such as obesity and adhesions, combined with careful intraoperative technique and secure distal catheter fixation, is crucial to reducing the likelihood of recurrence.

Surgical Neurology InternationalVol. 16
King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences (SA), National Guard Health Affairs (SA)
Openalex Percentile: Top 37%
Cerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalus
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