Presentation
Referred for X-ray abdomen for assessment of lumboperitoneal shunt.
Patient Data
Age: 6 years
Gender: Female
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Lumboperitoneal shunt is seen intact with no breaks or interruptions.
Case Discussion
Lumboperitoneal shunts is used for treatment of increased CSF pressure. It connects the spinal subarachnoid space in the lumbar spine and the peritoneal cavity.