Abstract
Peritoneal catheter placement for the treatment of hydrocephalus can nowadays be performed laparoscopically. We report our experience using a single trocar technique, with emphasis to a modification applied especially for the obese patients.
MeSH terms
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Abdomen / surgery
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Adult
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Catheters, Indwelling
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Humans
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Hydrocephalus / complications
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Hydrocephalus / surgery*
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Laparoscopy*
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Length of Stay
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Middle Aged
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Obesity / complications
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Obesity / surgery
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Treatment Outcome
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Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt / methods*