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The Role of Ventriculocisternostomy in the Management of Hydrocephalus in Mali and the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Tshiunza Mpoyi Chérubin
Maoneo Israël
Manuel De Jesus Encarnación Ramírez
Mirenge Goert
Punga Ziko
K. Basabose Augustin
Ouhdiri Yassad
Mukuetala Pierre
Ketani Teddy
Medhi Hakou
Ntalaja Jeff
Metre Guelord
Kisubi Michel
Ntsambi Glennie
Beltchika Antoine
Nicola Montemurro

20242 citationsOpen accessUniversité de Kinshasa (UNIKIN)

Abstract

VCS emerges as a formidable alternative for hydrocephalus management in Mali and DRC, showcasing the potential to markedly ameliorate patient outcomes, economize healthcare expenditures, and fortify the local neurosurgical capacity.

Research topics

Cerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalus
Fetal and Pediatric Neurological Disorders
Spinal Dysraphism and Malformations

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DOI: 10.7759/cureus.59189

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