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Hazel the fox. (North Downs Specialist Referrals via SWNS)
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Brain scan of Hazel the fox showing the ventriculoperitoneal shunt. (North Downs Specialist Referrals via SWNS)
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Hazel the fox after the operation. (North Downs Specialist Referrals via SWNS)
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MRI of Hazel the fox before surgery.(North Downs Specialist Referrals via SWNS)
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Hazel the fox at the vet. (North Downs Specialist Referrals via SWNS)
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