Migration of a Ventriculo-peritoneal Shunt into the Scrotum

Abstract

Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunting has been a suitable therapeutic method for hydrocephalus. Nonetheless, it could be accompanied by several problems and devastating outcomes. Shunt migration is an uncommon occurrence in one out of 1000 individuals who undergo a shunt procedure. We report an 8-months-old infant known case of previous VP shunting who presented with the enlargement of the left inguinoscrotal area. According to a radiology scan, the peritoneal catheter had slipped into the left scrotum. The patient underwent left inguinal exploration under general anesthesia. The bowel content and VP catheter were retrieved to the peritoneal cavity and the sac was ligated. There was no recurrence or complications after surgery.

Keywords

• Scrotum
• Shunt complications
• Ventriculoperitoneal shunt