The shunt valve is a mechanical device that regulates flow. Regulation of flow, is attained through the simple fluid dynamics which requires a pressure drop of fluid while flowing through the obstacles like orifices and change of flow cross sectional area placed intentionally on the flow passage.
Defit Ultra Small shunts are used in infants and small children during treatment of hydrocephalus, where controlled drainage of CSF is required.
Defit UltraSmall pediatric silicone shunt with reinforced base LOW PRESSURE
Antibiotic Impregnated Defit UltraSmall pediatric silicone shunt with reinforced base LOW PRESSURE