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Recognizing Shunt Failure in Spina Bifida: Signs Every Parent Should Know
...bifida has a VP shunt, you already know the weight of watching for failure. About 80-90% of children with spina bifida depend on a shunt to manage hydrocephalus, and the question isn't whether you'll face a malfunction, but when and how you'll recognize it. Shunt failure doesn't always announce itself with...
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Resilience in the Face of Spina Bifida
...bifida. Catheters can help empty the bladder. Fiber in the diet and regular toilet routines promote bowel control. Some people with spina bifida have hydrocephalus, a buildup of fluid in the brain. A hollow tube called a shunt drains the extra fluid. This prevents brain damage. Shunts need lifelong monitoring...
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Understanding Spina Bifida and the Benefits of Early Intervention
...bathroom. Some may need a catheter to empty their bladder. Learning problems are common in children with spina bifida, especially if they have hydrocephalus (extra fluid on the brain). They may have trouble with: Paying attention Learning and remembering new information Understanding how things relate...