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Procedure-specific infection rates
| Shunt Procedure Type | No. of Procedures | No. of Infections (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion |
1442 |
63 (4.4) |
| Revision |
2844 |
145 (5.1) |
| Insertion after EVD (not infection) |
195 |
16 (8.2) |
| Insertion after infection |
432 |
28 (6.5) |
| Total | 4913 | 252 (5.1) |
