Trans-anal protrusion of ventriculo-peritoneal shunt catheter with silent bowel perforation: A Case Report

African Journal of Paediatric Surgery 2026 Open access

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Authors: EO Komolafe, E O Oyebamiji, OT Ajai, Adeolu Alex Adedapo, Morenikeji Adeyoyin Komolafe
DOI: 10.67481/ajps.v4i2.313
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Abstract

Ventriculo-peritoneal (VP) shunts insertion for the treatment of hydrocephalus has been routinely done for over a century. Care is always taken to prevent complications by paying particular attention to patient selection, shunt selection, and surgical details. Despite this and the improvement in the design of the shunt, and operative techniques with endoscopic and laparoscopic facilities, a lot of complications still attend this common surgical procedure. One of such rare complications is presented and the management discussed in this brief communication

Fields of Study & Subjects

Cerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalus Dialysis and Renal Disease Management Vascular anomalies and interventions

Publication details

Journal / source
African Journal of Paediatric Surgery
Volume
4
Issue
2
Pages
98–100
Publication date
25 May 2026
Language
EN