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Subdural collections or hematomas are frequently observed after shunt placement [7–9, 13], but rarely after ETV [6]. A review of literature revealed 7 cases [1, 5, 6, 10, 12], of which only 1 was symptomatic [5]. We will discuss the causes, management, and methods of prevention of this complication and we will present a case of symptomatic subdural haematoma, following endoscopic third ventriculostomy for illustration.
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Kamel, M., Murphy, M., Aquilina, K. et al. Subdural haemorrhage following endoscopic third ventriculostomy. A rare complication. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 148, 591–593 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00701-005-0715-z
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