Survival After Shunt Therapy in Normal-Pressure Hydrocephalus: A Meta . . . Conclusions: This comprehensive meta-analysis underscores the influence of baseline symptom burden on survival after VP shunt therapy in NPH Therapy in the early stages for those without significant comorbidities may enhance survival
NPH: Recovering and Maintaining Functionality - Hydrocephalus Association It’s estimated that more than 80% of those properly diagnosed with NPH and screened for shunt responsiveness will experience rapid improvement in their condition, although it may take weeks or months to see the full benefits of the procedure
Shunt Placement to Treat Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus About 30 percent to 50 percent of patients with idiopathic NPH (no known cause) improve after receiving a shunt About 50 percent to 70 percent of patients with secondary NPH (related to another brain disorder) improve with a shunt The shunt is implanted into one of the ventricles of the brain
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Outcomes | Cleveland Clinic In 2020, 37 normal pressure hydrocephalus patients reported whether they experienced improvements in their gait, urinary, and cognitive symptoms after ventriculoperitoneal shunt Median duration of follow-up was 70 days (range, 33-286)
Cognitive decline after ventriculoperitoneal shunt surgery for normal . . . This case report describes cognitive decline after VPS surgery for NPH Currently, VPS remains the standard and optimal treatment strategy for individuals with NPH based on prominent treatment effects with an acceptable complication rate
Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Outcomes of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus: A . . . Conclusion VPS placement in patients with NPH is well-tolerated and associated with improved outcomes at least in the short-term follow-up (<6 months) A shorter duration of gait disturbance and being on a cognition-enhancing medication are associated with greater improvement after VPS