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Authors:

Christopher Neal, MD
Michael Meyer, MD

School of Medicine, University of Missouri-Columbia

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Diagnosis


Based on the history, clinical symptoms, and radiological findings, the diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus was made.


Objectives

Describe normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). Include its etiology, neuroimaging characteristics, and pathophysiology.

How do you treat normal pressure hydrocephalus?

How much function is expected to be regained after treatment?

What are the most common complications as a result of surgery?

What is the homunculus and why is it important in this case?

What are the corticospinal tracts? Trace their route, starting from the primary motor cortex.



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