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Prognosis


Statistics vary regarding the success of shunt surgery. Not all patients with normal pressure hydrocephalus experience significant improvements from shunt surgery. When the cause of NPH has been determined, however, shunt surgery has a high success rate.


Untreated, NPH symptoms will generally worsen and likely lead to death over time. Individuals who are advised not to undergo shunt surgery may see improvements with periodic lumbar punctures and/or other treatments. When s...Read the full article