Neurosurgery: Post Hemorrhagic Ventricular Dilatation

Tapping Procedure for Ventricular Access Device

February 2025

Tapping Procedure for Ventricular Access Device Objectives:

  • Demonstrate the procedure for tapping a ventricular access device in the NICU following surgical insertion
  • Provide an overview of the equipment needed to perform the procedure
  • Outline the step-by-step procedure in a checklist

The handout below provides a downloadable checklist.

Presenter

Diane Wilson

NNP
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
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