Research Article

Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients

Volume: 11 Number: 3 October 15, 2023
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Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients

Abstract

AİM This study examines the challenges of managing subdural effusion-hematoma (SEH) following shunt procedures for treating hydrocephalus in a pediatric population. It raises questions about the effectiveness of fixed-pressure versus adjustable shunts, particularly in the management of SEH complications. While adjustable shunts have been lauded for their flexibility, neither option has fully eradicated the risk of SEH. The study aims to share clinical insights into managing these complications, given the lack of a one-size-fits-all solution. MATERİAL AND METHODS This study retrospectively analyzes data from 2011 to 2022 on 496 pediatric patients who underwent ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt surgery for hydrocephalus at the same hospital. The study focuses on 11 patients with shunt-related subdural effusion-hematoma (SEH). RESULTS This detailed study on 11 pediatric patients who developed subdural effusion-hematoma (SEH) after shunt placement reveals a diverse range of symptoms and treatments. Asymptomatic patients were closely monitored, while those with shunt infections had their shunts removed and underwent extra-ventricular drainage (EVD). In more severe cases, such as reduced consciousness, emergency interventions like shunt removal and hematoma surgery were performed. The outcomes varied, but many patients showed improvements and some were even able to continue without a shunt, based on individualized assessments and treatments. CONCLUSION: The study concludes that managing SEH in pediatric patients post-shunt placement is complex and individualized, emphasizing that treatment should be symptom-based rather than solely relying on radiological findings, thereby filling a gap in the literature that mostly focuses on adults.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Surgery (Other), Pediatric Emergency, Pediatric Neurology

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

October 15, 2023

Submission Date

September 2, 2023

Acceptance Date

October 9, 2023

Published in Issue

Year 2023 Volume: 11 Number: 3

APA
Karaoğlu Gündoğdu, D., & Gezer, B. (2023). Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients. Pediatric Practice and Research, 11(3), 214-219. https://izlik.org/JA25FA27UK
AMA
1.Karaoğlu Gündoğdu D, Gezer B. Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients. pediatr pract res. 2023;11(3):214-219. https://izlik.org/JA25FA27UK
Chicago
Karaoğlu Gündoğdu, Derya, and Burak Gezer. 2023. “Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients”. Pediatric Practice and Research 11 (3): 214-19. https://izlik.org/JA25FA27UK.
EndNote
Karaoğlu Gündoğdu D, Gezer B (October 1, 2023) Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients. Pediatric Practice and Research 11 3 214–219.
IEEE
[1]D. Karaoğlu Gündoğdu and B. Gezer, “Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients”, pediatr pract res, vol. 11, no. 3, pp. 214–219, Oct. 2023, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA25FA27UK
ISNAD
Karaoğlu Gündoğdu, Derya - Gezer, Burak. “Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients”. Pediatric Practice and Research 11/3 (October 1, 2023): 214-219. https://izlik.org/JA25FA27UK.
JAMA
1.Karaoğlu Gündoğdu D, Gezer B. Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients. pediatr pract res. 2023;11:214–219.
MLA
Karaoğlu Gündoğdu, Derya, and Burak Gezer. “Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients”. Pediatric Practice and Research, vol. 11, no. 3, Oct. 2023, pp. 214-9, https://izlik.org/JA25FA27UK.
Vancouver
1.Derya Karaoğlu Gündoğdu, Burak Gezer. Individualized Management of Subdural Effusion-Hematoma in Pediatric Shunt Patients. pediatr pract res [Internet]. 2023 Oct. 1;11(3):214-9. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA25FA27UK