An algorithmic approach to the management of unrecognized hydrocephalus in pediatric candidates for intrathecal baclofen pump implantation.

CONCLUSIONS: Given the potentially high rate of elevated ICP and arrested hydrocephalus, the authors advocate pre-implantation assessment of ICP under controlled conditions and a thoughtful consideration of the neurosurgical management options for patients with elevated ICP. PMID: 28168091 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Surgical Neurology International - Category: Neurosurgery Tags: Surg Neurol Int Source Type: research