Publications by authors named "Kirsten Jefferys"
Does Valve Design Affect the Tensile Strength of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunts?
Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown)
February 2025
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the tensile properties of different VP shunt designs to understand the causes of shunt disconnections, which are a significant issue in hydrocephalus treatment.
- Linear tensile testing was conducted on five shunt valve designs to measure their maximum load capacity before failure, with results showing similar tensile strength across most designs.
- No single valve design demonstrated superior performance in preventing disconnections, highlighting the ongoing challenge of shunt reliability in hydrocephalus management.