VP Shunt in Thane

A thin tube drains excess fluid from the brain's ventricles to the abdomen to treat hydrocephalus.

Go Surgery lists 31 Neurosurgery doctors in Thane, the speciality that performs vp shunt, and 250 hospitals there for neurosurgery.

31 doctors250 hospitals
Duration
About 1–2 hours
Anaesthesia
General anaesthesia
Hospital stay
2–4 days
Request Appointment

Neurosurgery surgeons in Thane

View all 31 Neurosurgery doctors →

Neurosurgery doctors, listed with their registration details where on file. Please confirm with the doctor that they treat your specific case.

Doctors are listed in alphabetical order. Payment does not change a doctor's position, and a listing is not an endorsement. Registration details are shown where available. Please verify any doctor on the NMC Indian Medical Register or the State Medical Council. How listings work

Dr. Hrushikesh U Kharosekar

Neurosurgeon

MBBS, MCh - Neuro Surgery

22+ Years Experience

Thane

Dr. Kapil Khandelwal

Neurosurgeon

MBBS, MCh - Neuro Surgery, MS - General Surgery

Thane

VP Shunt in Thane

Thinking about VP Shunt in Thane? It is a neurosurgery procedure that usually takes about 1–2 hours under general anaesthesia, with a typical hospital stay of 2–4 days.

Read more

It is usually considered for hydrocephalus. Only a doctor can confirm whether it is right for you after examination. Go Surgery lists 31 neurosurgery surgeons at 250 hospitals across Thane. Coverage for VP Shunt depends on your policy and insurer. Please check with your insurer before admission. Compare surgeons and request an appointment to discuss whether VP Shunt is right for you.

When it's recommended

  • Hydrocephalus

What happens during the procedure

  1. General anaesthesia
  2. Catheter placed in the ventricle
  3. Tube tunnelled under the skin to the abdomen
  4. Valve regulates flow

Recovery

A few weeks.

Typical hospital stay: 2–4 days

Risks & complications

  • Shunt blockage
  • Infection
  • Over-drainage

VP Shunt cost in Thane

Go Surgery doesn't publish prices for vp shunt yet. Costs vary with the procedure, the hospital and the city, so ask for a written estimate that lists the surgeon's fee, hospital charges, anaesthesia, consumables and follow-up.

Get a written estimate

Insurance and payment options in Thane

Coverage for VP Shunt depends on your policy and insurer. Please check with your insurer before admission.

Share your policy from insurers such as:HDFC ErgoICICI LombardTATA AIGStar HealthCare Health InsuranceNiva BupaBajaj AllianzNew India AssuranceCheck your eligibility →

Paying for Your Treatment

Cashless Insurance

Share your policy details and our insurance desk will confirm what's covered.

No-Cost EMI

Ask our team about spreading the cost over monthly instalments.

Share your policy from insurers such as:HDFC ErgoICICI LombardTATA AIGStar HealthCare Health InsuranceCheck your eligibility →

Hospitals in Thane listed for Neurosurgery

View all 250 →

Confirm the procedure and your insurer with the hospital before admission.

VP Shunt in nearby cities

VP Shunt in Thane: FAQs

How long does VP Shunt take?

About 1–2 hours. The exact time depends on your case.

Will I need to stay in hospital?

Typical hospital stay: 2–4 days.

What anaesthesia is used?

General anaesthesia. Your anaesthetist will confirm the plan for you.

How long is recovery after VP Shunt?

A few weeks.

Who should I see for vp shunt in Thane?

VP Shunt is treated by neurosurgery doctors. Go Surgery lists 31 in Thane. Check the registration details on each profile and ask how often the doctor treats cases like yours.

Which hospitals in Thane are listed for neurosurgery?

Jupiter Hospital, KIMS Hospital and Bethany Hospital are among the 250 hospitals listed for neurosurgery in Thane, according to our listings. Please confirm availability with the hospital before you request an appointment.

Other Treatments

TreatmentDurationAnaesthesiaHospital Stay
Laparoscopic CholecystectomyAbout 45–90 minutesGeneral anaesthesiaSame day or 1 day
Laparoscopic Hernia RepairAbout 45–90 minutesGeneral anaesthesiaSame day or 1 day
Cataract Surgery (Phacoemulsification)About 15–30 minutesTopical (drops) or local anaesthesiaNo stay — day care
Total Knee ReplacementAbout 1.5–2 hoursSpinal or general anaesthesia3–5 days
RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery)About 45–90 minutesGeneral anaesthesiaSame day or 1 day
CircumcisionAbout 20–45 minutesLocal or general anaesthesiaSame day
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for Varicose VeinsAbout 45–60 minutesLocal anaesthesiaSame day
Laparoscopic AppendectomyAbout 45–60 minutesGeneral anaesthesia1–2 days (longer if the appendix had burst)
Gynecomastia SurgeryAbout 1–2 hoursGeneral or local anaesthesia with sedationSame day

Other treatments in this speciality

More in Thane

Figures are counted from the Go Surgery directory. How we compile our pages: Editorial Policy.