Hydrocephalus

Question 1

What is normal pressure hydrocephalus

Answer 1

abnormal buildup of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain’s ventricles (cavities). It occurs if the normal flow of CSF throughout the brain and spinal cord is blocked in some way. This causes the ventricles to enlarge, putting pressure on the brain

Question 2

C

Answer 2

C

Question 3

C

Answer 3

C

Question 4

C

Answer 4

C

Question 5

C

Answer 5

C

Question 6

C

Answer 6

C

Question 7

Clinical manifestations of Normal pressure hydrocephalus

Answer 7

triad of :

1) cognitive impairment - dementia

gait disorders - Trouble walking (feels like the feet are stuck to the ground)
Poor balance.
may be similar to Parkinson’s disease)

and urinary incontinence

brisk reflexes