Commentary

Is subduro-peritoneal shunt surgery the first or last resort in managing subdural effusion developing after supratentorial tumor surgery in infancy?

“…Was drastic shunt surgery warranted or was a trial of minimally invasive procedure like anterior frontanelle tapping, twist drill or burr hole drainage prudent. [ 3 4 5 6 7 ]…”

“…This may lead to spontaneous resolution of subdural effusion making subduro-peritoneal shunt non-functional and a second surgery may be required for its removal. [ 7 ]…”