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  • Shunt infection: How it develops and how it can be prevented
    • Shunt therapy is the most common treatment for hydrocephalus, but carries the risk of serious complications such as shunt infections. Find out more about symptoms, causes, treatment options and preventive approaches such as antibiotic-impregnated catheters.
  • LP shunt vs. VP shunt
    • The choice between LP and VP shunt is essential for the successful treatment of hydrocephalus. This article provides a detailed comparison, looking at the indications, benefits and potential risks of both types of implantation - informed insights for better treatment decisions.
  • The Innovative Leap to Telemetric Pressure Sensors
    • Telemetric pressure sensors are setting new standards in the hydrocephalus shunt therapy. The article analyzes the technical limitations of conventional ICP sensors and presents trend-setting innovations in the field of measurement with telemetric pressure sensors - for more precise and efficient treatments.
  • ICP – the measurement of intracranial pressure
    • The measurement and interpretation of intracranial pressure (ICP) is a very helpful aid in the diagnosis and treatment of many brain diseases. The article explains the technical requirements for ICP measurements, the interpretation of ICP values in intracranial pressure measurements and their significance for effective treatment planning.
  • Over- and underdrainage - the most common “side effects” of shunt systems
    • Shunt systems in hydrocephalus therapy have a long history, but over- and underdrainage are still common complications with their potential consequences, such as slit ventricle syndrome. The article looks at the causes, consequences and therapeutic approaches of both problems and discusses whether gravitational technology offers a possible remedy.
  • Foundations of fluid mechanics, or of beakers, bottles and people
    • The article introduces fluid mechanics and explains how the cerebrospinal fluid works in the human brain. It explains the hydrodynamics in the shunt system and shows why the circulation and pressure of the cerebrospinal fluid are important factors for optimizing shunt therapies.

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Since 1992, we are working every day to develop technologies that improve the lives of hydrocephalus patients.
Hydrocephalus occurs when too much cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) accumulates in the brain. In order to regulate the pressure and relieve symptoms, a so-called shunt system is usually implanted. A valve regulates when cerebrospinal fluid is drained.
Our MIETHKE gravitational technology is integrated into all MIETHKE valves. This technology was developed to reduce complications and make the therapy safer and more effective.

Shuntsystems

What exactly does a shunt system look like? What are the differences?

 

More ABOUT SHUNTSYSTEMS

 

 

 

Gravitational Technology

Why is gravitation important for the treatment of hydrocephalus? How exactly does the MIETHKE gravitational technology work?

 

MORE ABOUT GRAVITATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

 

 

Sensor Technology

How can the measurement of intracranial pressure support diagnosis and therapy? How does telemetric intracranial pressure measurement with the M.scio work?

 

MORE ABOUT Sensor Technology

 

Titanium

Titanium plays a central role in medical technology.

Our hydrocephalus implants are made of titanium, which is well tolerated by the body and highly durable. It does not rust, is light yet stable, and is therefore ideal for small, precise components such as our valves.

Another advantage is that titanium is non-magnetic. This means that MRI scans can generally be performed without any problems, even if the patient has an implant.

We use a special titanium alloy that meets stricter requirements than those used in the aerospace industry. This ensures that our implants function reliably.

Miethke Journal

The MIETHKE Journal is a platform that covers a wide range of technologies and issues inevitably encountered when treating hydrocephalus with shunt systems. Hydrocephalus is our focus. Every day.

[Translate to English:]

Over- and underdrainage - the most common “side effects” of shunt systems

Shunt systems in hydrocephalus therapy have a long history, but over- and underdrainage are still common complications with their potential consequences, such as slit ventricle syndrome. The article looks at the causes, consequences and therapeutic approaches of both problems and discusses whether gravitational technology offers a possible remedy.

27.01.2020

LP Shunt vs. VP-Shunt

LP shunt vs. VP shunt

The choice between LP and VP shunt is essential for the successful treatment of hydrocephalus. This article provides a detailed comparison, looking at the indications, benefits and potential risks of both types of implantation - informed insights for better treatment decisions.

28.09.2023

[Translate to English:]

Foundations of fluid mechanics, or of beakers, bottles and people

The article introduces fluid mechanics and explains how the cerebrospinal fluid works in the human brain. It explains the hydrodynamics in the shunt system and shows why the circulation and pressure of the cerebrospinal fluid are important factors for optimizing shunt therapies.

27.01.2020

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