If you are one of the many elderly people who suffers from NPH, help can be found in Denmark. Medical studies show that so-called shunt surgery can make a considerable difference
Almost four percent of people over the age of 65 suffer from NPH (Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus). But far from everyone receives a diagnosis. As a result, many elderly people unnecessarily struggle with walking difficulties, forgetfulness and loss of bladder control. Many mistake the symptoms for dementia or general ageing and believe that nothing can be done.
Morten Blaabjerg & Christian Bonde Pedersen. Two from the team of four specialists in cranio-surgery
The earlier treatment is given, the better the outcome
For this reason, it is important to get a diagnosis as quickly as possible so that treatment can be offered, according to a cranial surgery specialist in Denmark with experience of so-called shunt operations.
“The earlier treatment is given, the better the outcome will be,” says Specialist Christian Bonde Pedersen.
Far from everyone gets the right diagnosis in time as the waiting lists to see a neurologist are often very long. However, if treatment is given on time, the prospects are very good.
“Four out of five patients who get the right treatment experience improvement. This applies to their memory, walking ability and bladder control,” says Christian Bonde Pedersen.
Contact your doctor
The specialist’s advice is therefore to contact your GP if you suspect you might be suffering from NPH. At Private Hospital Mølholm in Denmark, patients can receive an assessment and undergo a shunt operation after a waiting time of no more than four weeks.
Mølholm has a large team of experienced neurologists and neurosurgeons with prior experience treating patients with NPH. The procedure itself takes 45 minutes.
To find out more go to:
Diagnosing and treatment of normal pressure hydrocephalus (molholm.dk)
