Combined Frameless Stereotaxy and Neuroendoscopy in Placement of Intracranial Shunt Catheters

Abstract

Twenty-six patients have had cranio-peritoneal shunts placed using a new introducer allowing the combination of frameless stereotaxy and neuroendoscopy and placement of a one-piece shunt. Operating times have been acceptable, complication rates have been low, and shunt placement has been accurate in this series.