Overview
Definition
Enlarged ventricles with normal opening pressure.
Epidemiology
Varies globally depending on genetics, environment, or exposure.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Decreased CSF absorption by arachnoid granulations.
Clinical Symptoms
- Classic triad (Wobbly
- Wacky
- Wet): Magnetic gait
- Dementia
- Urinary incontinence.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- MRI Brain
- large volume LP (miller fisher test) showing symptom improvement.
Management
- Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt.
Complications
- Permanent dementia if untreated.