Clinical Trial: A Randomized Cross-over Study for Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

Study Status: Recruiting
Recruit Status: Recruiting
Study Type: Interventional




Official Title: Efficacy of Shunt Surgery in Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus: a Randomized Cross-over Study

Brief Summary: The goal of our study is to verify the effectiveness of the shunt and to identify the most sensitive criteria to select patients for surgery. The study is designed to assess improvement in walking and balance (gait), urinary function and memory after shunting. In addition, the study aims to identify the most accurate and sensitive tools to measure improvement for our patients.