The pattern and outcome of infants and neonates undergoing endoscopic third ventriculostomy in Tanzania: an observational cohort study

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the outcomes of infants and neonates undergoing endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) for hydrocephalus in Tanzania.
• Conducted an observational cohort study
• Included infants and neonates with hydrocephalus
• Compared outcomes of ETV with ventriculoperitoneal shunting
• ETV and combined ETV/CPC demonstrated better clinical outcomes compared to ventriculoperitoneal shunting
• Younger age showed poorer reliability in ETV outcomes
• The study emphasizes improved interventions for hydrocephalus in neonates.