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I think the book is a wonderful resource!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The drawings made me feel less somber about what happened to me, and I’m also a visual learner so it made it less overwhelming to read.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Overall great job on the nuances of pre-transplant and post-transplant processes, as well as the potential risks\/issues following transplant. That stuff was kinda scary, but I’m glad I know it. I also learned about the PRA test here, and I wasn’t aware of that. Overall, very user friendly, timeline post surgery was great. Friendly, clear, efficient, awesome illustrations. FWIW, as a ADPKD person who has had multiple family members with transplants, the bar was high to inform me…but still…I am more informed. For someone who doesn’t have genetic PKD or a very transparent family system, this would be even more useful. 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The digital PDF edition is licensed for personal use by one household and may not be shared or redistributed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor institutional use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available as a licensed PDF for patient education use by hospitals, clinics, and nonprofit organizations. \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/strengthofmyscars.com\/collections\/featured-items\/products\/institutional-pdf-license-25-50-50-100-patients\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMore info.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVP Shunt: My Clever Little Pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heartwarming, beautifully illustrated children’s book that helps kids and families understand hydrocephalus and life with a VP shunt. Told through an imaginative story of lakes, rivers, and “clever little pipes,” this book transforms a complex medical condition into something children can grasp with ease and confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eThe story reassures kids that their shunt makes them strong, not different, while providing comfort and hope to families. With playful illustrations, empowering messages, and practical tips, this book makes learning about hydrocephalus approachable, while reminding every child that they can still laugh, play, and grow — thanks to their “clever little pipe.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten with medical expertise and illustrated with warmth, the book:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eExplains what cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is and how hydrocephalus develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eIntroduces VP shunts, their parts, and alternative shunt types (VA and VPL).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eDescribes why a child might need a shunt and what happens during surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutlines recovery details, living with a shunt, and how to stay safe in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eProvides guidance on recognizing shunt problems and when to seek medical help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eIncludes a glossary of key “doctor words” to help families and children understand important terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eExpertly reviewed by pediatric neurosurgeons, this book blends medical accuracy with child-friendly storytelling. It is a valuable resource for families navigating hydrocephalus, as well as for teachers, caregivers, and healthcare providers who want to better support children with shunts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strength of My Scars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45621338570943,"sku":null,"price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0519\/8695\/6479\/files\/Screenshot2025-10-02at11.04.41AM.png?v=1759417696"}],"url":"https:\/\/strengthofmyscars.com\/collections\/digital-books.oembed","provider":"Strength of My Scars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}