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Hydrocephalus Ex Vacuo - Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
There is no way to prevent normal pressure hydrocephalus.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Lack of treatment may lead the person to become bedridden, psychotic, and completely unable to control bowel and/or urinary function.
What are the risks to others?
There are no risks to others.