[Idiopathic normotensive hydrocephalus. Neuropsychologic evaluation after ventriculo-atrial shunt].

摘要: Two patients with normal-pressure hydrocephalus were assessed Luria Nebraska Neuropsychological Battery, before ventriculo-atrial shunting and six months later. The best improvement was recorded in attention, visuospatial intellectual functions. It is well documented that dementia can be reversible if proper selection for neurosurgical treatment made. Cognitive outcome of the appropriate neuropsychological testing.