MTH?? shunt for normal pressure hydrocephalus
Posted By: ss on 2008-08-28
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Subject: MTH?? shunt for normal pressure hydrocephalus
Several weeks ago, he had removal of fluid from his spinal cord, which dramatically improved his signs of dementia. Since then, he has undergone MTH?? shunt placement.
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