Simulated testicular torsion in a neonate: complication of ventriculoperitoneal shunt.
Ventriculoperitoneal shunts are a common form of cerebrospinal fluid diversion in treating hydrocephalus. With their use various complications have been noted. Herein is described a shunt complication which simulated an acute scrotal condition. The operative findings and treatment are discussed. A brief review of the literature is also given.
D000208:Acute Disease; D002557:Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunts / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D006547:Hernia / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D006849:Hydrocephalus / Q000601:surgery; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007232:Infant, Newborn, Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D008297:Male; D013086:Spermatic Cord Torsion / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery