Question 1

What is VP Shunt surgery cost in India?

Accepted Answer

India is a popular destination for overseas patients seeking quality medical services at an economical price range. The cost of shunt surgery for hydrocephalus in India starts from USD 5000 at the top hospitals.
The brain shunt surgery cost in India is significantly lower in comparison to other developed nations, even after including travel and accommodation expenses. This is one of the prime reasons behind India&rsquo;s fame as the best medical tourism destination.

Question 2

Why choose Indian Hospitals for your brain shunt surgery?

Accepted Answer

The top hospitals in India have highly advanced and developed neurology centers for the treatment of brain and spine disorders. VP shunt operation is offered across the best neurology hospitals in Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai and other cities of India. In addition to hiring the most highly qualified and experienced surgeons, these hospitals use the most updated technology and medical equipment for brain shunt surgery to maximize excellent clinical outcomes.
The medical services and facilities provided by Indian hospitals with a very reasonable cost of treatment is an unparalleled combination.

Question 3

What is a VP shunt?

Accepted Answer

A Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt is a medical device that is used to drain excess fluid from the brain that is creating harmful pressure on the brain ventricles.
There are two types of VP shunts - non-programmable and programmable and the amount of fluid that will be drained by this system will depend on the settings of the shunt. In the case of non-programmable VP shunts, the surgeon programs the settings beforehand and they cannot be changed later. But with programmable VP shunts, the settings can be changed when needed.

Question 4

Who needs VP shunt surgery?

Accepted Answer

A VP shunt system is used to treat conditions like hydrocephalus in which cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) accumulates in the skull and leads to swelling in the brain. Hydrocephalus literally means - water on the brain. This condition usually impacts children and adults above the age of 60, but it can occur in young adults as well.
The fluid buildup in the brain can happen due to:

Blockages, cysts, tumors, or inflammation causing disruption in the normal flow of the CSF.
Overproduction of cerebrospinal fluid
Insufficient reabsorption of CSF by blood vessels

The fluid accumulation can cause brain damage and shunt system removes this extra fluid which in turn provides relief from the symptoms such as physical and developmental impairment, mild dementia and lack of bladder control.

Question 5

What is cerebrospinal fluid?

Accepted Answer

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear liquid that is present in the brain and spinal cord. This fluid normally flows through the ventricles to the base of the brain and bathes the surface of the brain as well as the spinal cord. CSF then gets reabsorbed into the bloodstream.
CSF has come major functions:

Deliver nutrients to the brain and removing waste
Acts as a &ldquo;shock absorber&rdquo; or cushion to protect the brain from injury
Manage or compensate for changes in the volume of intracranial blood (blood within the brain)

Question 6

How does it work?

Accepted Answer

The shunt is a narrow tube that diverts the flow of Cerebrospinal fluid from the brain and spine to another part of the body where it will be absorbed through a normal circulatory process. The fluid is usually diverted to the abdomen or one chamber of the heart.
A VP shunt comprises of 3 parts:

A one-way valve with a reservoir: this controls the flow of the fluid and is attached to the short catheter. A small amount of fluid gets collected in the reservoir and it can be used for testing by the neurologist. 
A short catheter: a thin, flexible tube that is placed in the front, back, or side of the head to drain the CSF from the brain. 
A long catheter: a thin tube connected to the other end of the valve to transfer the fluid to the abdomen or another part of the body.

Question 7

How long is the recovery after VP Shunt surgery?

Accepted Answer

The recovery time after the VP shunt surgery varies from patient to patient, depending on the cause of the surgery, the amount of fluid to be drained, and the type of shunt used. Most patients are able to leave the hospital within a week after the procedure. During hospitalization, the doctor and nurses monitor the blood pressure, heart rate of the patient and check the shunt&rsquo;s function. Preventive antibiotics, IV fluids and painkillers are also administered to the patients.

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