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Shunts certainly can be taken out, as they may need to be replaced, especially during childhood, due to the growth of the child, and in some cases, need to be replaced because of shunt malfunction or infection. But they are usually required for the entire life of a person who has hydrocephalus, from the time they get their first shunt. With some people this is soon after birth, and with some it may occur later, but from that point on, it will be a permanent requirement.
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Where does one find a shunt at India?
Surgical shunts are available in India, but only at medical facilities, and only when they are required for the patient. It is not possible to obtain shunts commercially.
Does blood flow through the shunts and bypass the tissue cells when precapillary sphincters are closed?
yes when sphincter's are closed the blood flows through shunts and by pass the tissues
Where do endolymphatic shunts drain to?
The endolymphatic shunt drains to the mastoid.
Can blood pressure be measured in the leg?
Yes it can with an automatic b/p cuff however a blood pressure taken in the arm (assuming there are no problems like past stroke or dialysis shunts) is usually more accurate.
If the precapillary sphincters are contracted by which route will the blood flow?
through the shunts
Shunts are devices used to?
To relieve pressure in the brain caused by fluid buildup.
What is an electrical shunt?
Shunts are used to bypass portions of a circuit. Shunt capacitors are frequently used to pass the high-frequency components of signals to ground. See the Wikipedia article about shunts. (Follow the web link at lower left.)
How do you use shunt in a sentence?
The word 'shunt' is both a noun (shunt, shunts) and a verb (shunt, shunts, shunting, shunted).Examples:He had to have a heart shunt put in. (noun)The engineer will shunt the train onto that track instead. (verb)
What is the difference between fistula shunt?
fistulas are natural occurring and shunts are man made devices
What should remain in place until the EED is actually ready to be installed?
shorting clips/shunts
What is the use of shunt in power transformer?
In Power Transformer in higher rating to minimise the Stray losses (losses caused by leakage flux linking with structural part- tank - yoke plates) Tank shunts shunt the leakage flux and contains it within. shunts are made of CRNGO.
Can a patients with VP shunts receive intrathecal stem cells?
Yes, patients with VP (ventriculoperitoneal) shunts can potentially receive intrathecal stem cell therapy. However, careful consideration and evaluation of the patient's condition and shunt function would be necessary to ensure the procedure is safe and appropriate. Consultation with a neurosurgeon and stem cell specialist would be recommended to determine the best course of action.
