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What procedure is involved in placement of the endolymphatic shunt?
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The sigmoid sinus is then collapsed with gentle pressure. The surgeon exposes the endolymphatic sac and makes an incision in it in order to insert the shunt.
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Of what disadvantage is labyrinthectomy as an alternative to the placement of an endolymphatic shunt?
Labyrinthectomy is more successful than other surgeries in eliminating vertigo, but the patient suffers complete and permanent loss of hearing in the operated ear
What are possible risks of endolymphatic shunt treatment?
discomfort in the operated ear and the throat (from the breathing tube inserted during surgery), which can be controlled by such analgesic medications as meperidine
What is an elevator shunt trip test?
An elevator shunt trip test checks the heat detector placement. It also monitors power and wiring diagram of an elevator.
What is a Transjugular portosystemic shunt?
A shunting procedure designed to relieve portal hypertension.
What are the differences of Long shunt vs short shunt generator?
In long shunt the shunt field winding is in parallel to both generator and series field. In short shunt the shunt field is in parallel to generator only.
Where do endolymphatic shunts drain to?
The endolymphatic shunt drains to the mastoid.
Is a endolymphatic shunt safe for a mri?
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What is an endolymphatic shunt?
a surgical procedure in which a very small silicone tube is placed in the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear to drain excess fluid
What does Endolymphatic sac decompression or shunt involve?
In this procedure, the surgeon inserts a small tube or valve to drain excess endolymph fluid into a space near the mastoid bone and/or removes some of the bone surrounding the endolymphatic sac in order to reduce pressure on it
By what measure is endolymphatic shunt surgery a successful procedure?
It has been reported to achieve complete or substantial control of vertigo in 81% of patients, with significant improvement in hearing in about 20%
Of what disadvantage is labyrinthectomy as an alternative to the placement of an endolymphatic shunt?
Labyrinthectomy is more successful than other surgeries in eliminating vertigo, but the patient suffers complete and permanent loss of hearing in the operated ear
Recovery time for endolymphatic shunt?
I recently had my 4th shunt placement and they tend to last about 3-5 years the recovery time I have expereinced is 2-6 weeks. The first week is the toughest. It takes about 4-6 days to truly get to the point you can hold your head up stedliy for long period of time. After that it is a slow healing process to totally feel back to normal.
What are possible risks of endolymphatic shunt treatment?
discomfort in the operated ear and the throat (from the breathing tube inserted during surgery), which can be controlled by such analgesic medications as meperidine
What is an elevator shunt trip test?
An elevator shunt trip test checks the heat detector placement. It also monitors power and wiring diagram of an elevator.
What is the procedure code for intracatheter AV shunt for dialysis?
36147
For whom must the procedure of tooth extractions be temporarily postponed?
People who have had any of the following procedures in the previous six months: heart valve replacement, open heart surgery, prosthetic joint replacement, or placement of a medical shunt
What is cpt code for puncture of shunt tubing for injection procedure?
61070
