Use of Trochar Intercostal Drain as Tunneller in Hydrocephalous: A Novel Technique

Title: Use of Trochar Intercostal Drain as Tunneller in Hydrocephalous: A Novel Technique

Authors: Chaurasia Basant MD, Sharma Nitin, MS, M.Ch., Memon MA, MS, M.Ch, Sharma Mini, MD

DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v6i3.162

Abstract

Introduction

Ventriculoperitoneal shunt insertion is a common procedure in the management of hydrocephalous. The creation of subcutaneous tunnel is required in the process of insertion of shunt. Stainless steel tunneller is used in creation of the subcutaneous space. This report highlights the use of trocar intercostal drain in the creation of subcutaneous space.

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Corresponding Author

Dr Basant Chaurasia

Associate Professor, Department of Anaesthesia

CCM Medical College, Durg, CG, India

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