{"product_id":"nph-normal-pressure-hydrocephalus-pathophysiology-diagnosis-treatment-9783131646019","title":"NPH - Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus:","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOften misunderstood and misdiagnosed, normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is a disease of the elderly that is on the rise as the population ages. Its similarities to Parkinson's disease, dementia and other chronic neurodegenerative conditions make diagnosis challenging, requiring clinicians to be alert to the signs and symptoms that differentiate it. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHere is the first comprehensive book on the topic, written by experts who have researched and taught courses on NPH for years. From clinical characteristics and pathophysiology to signs and symptoms, radiographic findings, diagnostic tests and state-of-the-art treatment techniques, it covers everything practitioners need to know about this multi-faceted condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribes the classic symptom triad of gait disturbance, urinary incontinence and dementia \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers the full sequence of the diagnostic work-up, including imaging studies, non-invasive tests, and invasive procedures such as lumbar infusion and cerebrospinal tap tests \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplains the risks and benefits of surgical implantation of a ventricular-peritoneal (VP) shunt to relieve symptoms and restore function, including key criteria for evaluating \"shunt responsiveness\" \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides the first step-by-step account of operative shunt placement by Dr. Michael Fritsch, who has performed the procedure extensively at leading neurosurgical centers throughout the world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncluding troubleshooting techniques following shunt surgery, long-term management of patients, prognosis for the condition and future initiatives, this all-inclusive reference makes a major contribution to the field. It is essential for neurosurgeons, neurologists, internists, residents, and other physicians who treat diseases of the elderly in everyday practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e 2 Epidemiology of Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus\u003cbr\u003e 3 History\u003cbr\u003e 4 Clinical Characteristics and Differential Diagnosis\u003cbr\u003e 5 Pathophysiology\u003cbr\u003e 6 Noninvasive Diagnostic Work-up\u003cbr\u003e 7 Imaging\u003cbr\u003e 8 Invasive Diagnostic Work-up\u003cbr\u003e 9 Shunt and Valve Technology\u003cbr\u003e 10 Shunt and Valve Settings\u003cbr\u003e 11 Surgical Technique\u003cbr\u003e 12 Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy in Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus\u003cbr\u003e 13 Scales and Score\u003cbr\u003e 14 Follow-up Management of Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus\u003cbr\u003e 15 Complications\u003cbr\u003e 16 Prognosis\u003cbr\u003e 17 Summary and Future Perspectives\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thieme Publishing Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49416507851095,"sku":"9783131646019","price":109.72,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9783131646019.jpg?v=1730530058","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/nph-normal-pressure-hydrocephalus-pathophysiology-diagnosis-treatment-9783131646019","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}