The Value of Programmable Shunt Valves for the Management of Subdural Collections in Patients with Hydrocephalus
Background. The aim of the present study was to assess the value of electromagnetic programmable shunt valves for the treatment of subdural collections. Methods. Adult patients with hydrocephalus of various causes that were treated with programmable shunt valves during the last ten years were retros...
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Main Authors: | Dimitrios Pachatouridis, George A. Alexiou, Evaggelos Mihos, George Fotakopoulos, Spyridon Voulgaris |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2013-01-01
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Series: | The Scientific World Journal |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/461896 |
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