Condition Overview
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Triad of gait disturbance, cognitive decline, and urinary issues treated with programmable shunt systems.
When to Suspect Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- •Magnetic gait with short, shuffling steps
- •Memory impairment mimicking dementia
- •Urgency or urinary incontinence
How We Treat Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- •Diagnostic CSF tap test to confirm benefit
- •Programmable ventriculo-peritoneal shunt placement
- •Regular valve adjustments and follow-up
Common Keywords & Symptoms
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