Does brain shunt surgery affect a child's development?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

Hydrocephalus has been relieved and generally does not affect development. However, since the patient was young during surgery, regular follow-up is still required. In the future, the pressure of the shunt pump may need to be adjusted depending on the situation. Additionally, if there are issues such as blockage of the shunt tube, further surgery may be needed to adjust the shunt tube.