Neurosurgery Department

Shunt Surgery

Shunt surgery is one of the most common treatments for hydrocephalus, a condition where cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up inside the brain and raises pressure on brain tissue. The surgery places a thin, flexible tube called a shunt into the fluid spaces of the brain, so the excess CSF can drain to another part of the body, usually the abdomen, where it is absorbed safely.

Starting Price₹1,20,000

Estimated Range₹1,20,000 – ₹2,50,000

Call Care Team

Expert Surgeons

Advanced Tech

24/7 Care

Duration

1 to 2 hours

Anaesthesia Type

General anaesthesia

Hospital Stay

1 to 5 days

Recovery Time

2 to 6 weeks

Success Rate

Varies by condition

Hospitals

NABH accredited hospitals recommended

Your Care Journey

We believe in complete transparency. Here is what you can expect at every step of your procedural journey with our specialized medical team.

Before Surgery

CT or MRI brain scan is performed to confirm enlarged ventricles. Neurological exams evaluate movement, memory, and balance. Patient must fast, adjust blood thinners, and treat active infections before surgery.

Day of Surgery

A tiny opening is made in the skull. A catheter is placed into the brain's ventricle, connected to a pressure-regulating valve, and tunnelled under the skin down to the abdomen to allow safe CSF drainage. Takes 1 to 2 hours.

Post Surgery

Monitored in recovery or neuro ward. Doctors watch for symptom improvement, shunt blockage, or infection. Hospital stay ranges from 1 to 5 days. Follow-up reviews verify shunt function.

Recovery Timeline

A clear, clinical timeline to help you prepare for a safe and comfortable journey back to health.

Same Day

Surgery is done. Patient is monitored in recovery room or neurosurgical unit.

24 to 48 Hours

Observation continues. Pain and nausea are managed. Light intake and assisted movement may begin.

2 to 5 Days

Many patients are discharged if stable, with wound and shunt care instructions given.

1 to 2 Weeks

Incision healing improves. Follow-up visit may be scheduled. Early symptom changes may show.

2 to 6 Weeks

Routine recovery continues. Light daily activities usually get easier.

6 Weeks to 3 Months

Symptoms keep improving, especially in NPH patients.

In conclusion, shunt surgery is a well-established, effective treatment for hydrocephalus. Shunts need lifelong awareness, since blockage, infection, or drainage problems can show up later.

Common Questions

Yes, shunts can occasionally get blocked, infected, or malfunction, requiring revision or replacement surgery.

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