Postoperative hydrocephalus. Automatic control of intracranial pressure in patients treated with external drainage

Texier, J.J.; Brick, M.; Moreau, J.J.; Lajoix, M.

Minerva Anestesiologica 58(4 Suppl. 1): 93-95

1992


ISSN/ISBN: 0375-9393
PMID: 1620472
Document Number: 396721
An experimental analogical device is described; it is able to stabilize the intracranial pressure (ICP) at an adjustable value in subjects exhibiting hydrocephalus. The mean ICP is measured by the intraventricular catheter, using a pressure measurement apparatus of conventional electric design. The result and two practical examples are presented.

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