New study aims to improve shunt surgery success predictions for brain fluid disorder
NCT ID NCT02495610
First seen May 08, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study looked at 70 adults with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH), a condition that causes walking problems, memory loss, and bladder issues. Researchers tested whether combining gait analysis, MRI scans, and bladder diaries could better predict who would benefit from a shunt surgery that drains extra fluid from the brain. The goal was to create a more accurate tool to help doctors decide on surgery, reducing unnecessary procedures.
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University Hospital
Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8091, Switzerland
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