| Ultrasound guidance for distal insertion of ventriculo-atrial shunt catheters: technical note. | |
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PMID: 19040795 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Ventriculo-atrial (VA) shunts are often used for CSF diversion in situations involving abdominal pathology that preclude the use of ventriculo-peritoneal shunts. Distal (venous) catheters of VA shunts have historically been inserted using a cut-down on the internal jugular vein (IJV). Less invasive placement of atrial catheters may minimize operative times and attenuate post-operative incisional discomfort. We describe a method for atrial catheter placement using ultrasound guidance to visualize the IJV and facilitate percutaneous venous puncture in 17 adult patients (23 total insertions) undergoing treatment for hydrocephalus or pseudotumor cerebri. The IJV and carotid artery were visualized by ultrasound in 23 (100%) cases. Venous penetration and successful atrial catheter placement was achieved on the first attempt in 23 (100%) cases. Pneumothorax, carotid artery puncture or need for venous cut-down occurred in no cases. The utilization of ultrasound guidance for distal VA shunt catheter insertion may increase comfort with this procedure and ultimately decrease complication rate and operative time. |
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Authors:
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Sameer A Sheth; Matthew McGirt; Graeme Woodworth; Paul Wang; Daniele Rigamonti |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Evaluation Studies; Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural Date: 2008-11-26 |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Neurological research Volume: 31 ISSN: 0161-6412 ISO Abbreviation: Neurol. Res. Publication Date: 2009 Apr |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2009-05-01 Completed Date: 2009-07-07 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 7905298 Medline TA: Neurol Res Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 280-2 Citation Subset: IM |
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David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA. |
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Adult Aged Aged, 80 and over Carotid Arteries / ultrasonography Catheters, Indwelling / adverse effects Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunts / methods* Cohort Studies Female Heart Atria* Humans Hydrocephalus / therapy, ultrasonography Jugular Veins / ultrasonography Male Middle Aged Pseudotumor Cerebri / therapy, ultrasonography Ultrasonography, Doppler / methods* |
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ID/Acronym/Agency:
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GM08042/GM/NIGMS NIH HHS |
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