cyst/craniotomy/brainshunt

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Hello all and Hello Holly,
Yes you can have a VP Shunt placement, if you continue to have some symptoms Ex: Intracranial Pressure from Hydrocephalus (Accumulation of CSF)
My brother just underwent a craniotomy for extraction of a colloid cyst of the third ventricle on Dec 11, 2007 after experiencing 1 week of Hydrocephalus. After a few days, while in ICU, he improved but he began to experience Hydrocephalus symptoms again and a Permanent VP shunt was placed. Some noticable improvement was made, however after another few days, slight Intracranial Pressure was noted and they placed a temporary drain (Venticulostomy). After a few days he improved, the drain was removed and after 18 days in ICU, he was transferred to the regular floor. He is improving day to day. He's forgetful and everyday we go over a lot of different things with him. It's a challenge. He loves music and we sing a lot. Hopefully in the next few days he will be transferred to rehabilitation to obtain Physical Therapy as well as other therapies. I would like to know if your memory comes back fully or is it still a struggle? Can you return back to your normal life and work and drive? Very concerned sister.

Good luck To All!!