Analysis of the Rate and Pattern of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Infection and Ventricular Catheter Culture Yield: A 10-Year Single-Institute Experience

Conclusion: The rate and pattern of shunt infections at our institution are comparable with the international figures and data. Methods of catheter tip culturing should be improved to increase the yield of this practice.Pediatr Neurosurg
Source: Pediatric Neurosurgery - Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research