Proximal migration of the Hakim's valve into a porencephalic cyst.
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An unusual case of proximal migration of a Hakirn's valve intracranially into a porencephalic cyst two years after insertion of the ventriculo-peritoneal shunt in a neonate is reported. The underlying cause is discussed. It is recommended that all shunt should be anchored with nonabsorbable suture material properly on to the pericranium.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Medical journal of Malaysia
دوره 42 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1987