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Is Swelling At VP Shunt Site In A Child Normal?

My 4 year old had a VP shunt placed in her head last month. Tonight, I noticed her left side (where shunt is) is spongy and swollen. She has no other symptoms - no fever, good appetite, good spirits. Is the spongy-swelling normal? Will they have to operate on her again tomorrow?
Mon, 29 Dec 2014
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Swelling of the VP shunt is not normal. The site remains swollen few days after placing the shunt but appearance of it a month later is abnormal. It might be suggestive of some blockage or leak in the Chamber of the shunt. I suggest you consult the Neurosurgeon immediately for any surgical intervention.
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Is Swelling At VP Shunt Site In A Child Normal?

Swelling of the VP shunt is not normal. The site remains swollen few days after placing the shunt but appearance of it a month later is abnormal. It might be suggestive of some blockage or leak in the Chamber of the shunt. I suggest you consult the Neurosurgeon immediately for any surgical intervention.