Predicting factors for shunt-dependent hydrocephalus in patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage

ConclusionThe rate of shunt dependency increased proportionally as the days of fever burden increased. Older age ( ≥ 65), microsurgical clipping, placement of EVD, days of fever burden, and infection were independent predictive factors for shunt dependency. Proper postoperative care for maintaining normal body temperature and preventing infectious disease can help reduce the rate of shunt dependency and impr ove clinical outcomes.
Source: Acta Neurochirurgica - Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research