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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.

 

 

WE UNDERSTAND

WE – that is the companies B. Braun and MIETHKE and their partners worldwide, a strong team of experts in hydrocephalus, ICP management, and shunt technology. Engineers, physicians, scientists, product, sales, and quality teams work hand in hand to develop reliable, precise, and innovative solutions for patients worldwide.

WE UNDERSTAND

Together, we combine experience, responsibility, and technological excellence to improve hydrocephalus care. We develop innovative solutions for people with hydrocephalus and their caregivers, guided by our deep understanding of their challenges and the requirements of clinical care. Our mission: the worldwide addressing of hydrocephalus with the best possible products and genuine responsibility.

 

WE UNDERSTAND

THE GRAVITY OF THE SITUATION

Hydrocephalus treatment is often challenging for everyone involved because the condition is multifaceted and complex. This makes it all the more important to carefully consider all perspectives and find the right solution for each individual:

For patients, living with hydrocephalus is complicated and influenced by many factors. Every patient has a unique story and set of challenges. We listen to patients, learn from them, and develop solutions that address their needs.

Me&MyHC

For medical professionals, treating hydrocephalus can be complex, time-consuming, and highly individualized. Treatment methods vary depending on the patient and situation, which presents a challenge in everyday clinical practice. We work closely with medical professionals in a spirit of trust and partnership, both in everyday practice and when it comes to new or further developments, so that technology can best meet clinical requirements.
 

MIETHKE TECHNOLOGY

Adjustable gravitational technology is a core feature of MIETHKE shunts. We continuously incorporate our decades of experience in hydrocephalus therapy into further development, constantly questioning the status quo. The result is valves that actively adapt to patients' everyday lives using this technology.

Adjustable Valves

 

We understand the logo for the NPH sector


Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

NPH is a specific form of hydrocephalus that primarily affects older people. 

We understand NPH

OUR PARTNERSHIP
WITH B. BRAUN

 

B. Braun and MIETHKE - Together for a better life with hydrocephalus

We have a long and intensive partnership with B. Braun in the field of neurosurgery. We are driven by a common vision: to improve the lives of hydrocephalus patients around the world with innovative solutions.

Our partnership is an exciting combination of B. Braun's many years of expertise as one of the world's leading medical device and pharmaceutical companies and our agility as an innovative company and technology leader in gravitation-based shunt technology. 

 

Our Strong Partner in Neurosurgery:

www.bbraun.com