Fractured ventriculoperitoneal shunt (chest segment)

Case contributed by Ian Bickle
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Cough. Extensive medical history.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Female

AP

Fractured right sided ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt through the mid thoracic section.

Lungs clear.

Scoliosis.

Case Discussion

An example of a fractured VP shunt in the chest segment.

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