Ugandan infant brain surgery showdown: shunt vs. newer procedure
NCT ID NCT01936272
First seen May 23, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026
Summary
This study looks at 100 Ugandan infants under 6 months old with hydrocephalus caused by a brain infection. Researchers compare two surgeries: placing a shunt (a tube to drain fluid) versus a newer procedure called ETV/CPC. The goal is to see which surgery leads to better brain growth and thinking skills over 2 years.
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CURE Children's Hospital Uganda
Mbale, Uganda
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