Hello:

Wanted to let you know that although I have had hydro for 53 years now and was born full term and was shunted at 3 months I can honestly say one of the best sources of information on hydro in this forum is Lizard and I have a great deal of respect for her and her dedication and help of others in many areas.

I think the information she has given you is valid and wise. As well verses as the Doctors may be in their field of training there are questions and situations that come up over time that they can't answer aswell as a parent might like because sometimes they just don't have the answers.

The holter shunt was first used in the 1953-55 period and works as Lizard has pointed out. I had one from the age of 3 years to 19 or 20 and have had several revisions and upgrades since.

You can ask for a second opinion if you think it would benifit your understanding.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Not sure there is much more I can offer here than my best wishes for you and your family and that things workout for you all.

Regards Mister