Computerized Neuropsychology in Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (INPH)

Evaluation of a Computerised Neuropsychological Test Battery for Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (INPH)

A computerised neuropsychological test battery to be used as a standardised tool assessing the cognitive domains affected by idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus INPH was developed. The aim of this study is to investigate the reliability, validity and feasibility of the battery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Probable INPH under investigation
• Healthy elderly
• Various diseases

Exclusion Criteria:

• (Healthy elderly) medications affecting nervous system
• (Healthy elderly)heart disease
• (Healthy elderly)diabetes
• (Healthy elderly)disease of the nervous system
• (Healthy elderly)MMSE < 28
• (Healthy elderly)vascular risk factors (Two of: 1 hypertension, 2 smoking or 3 hyperlipidemia)
• (Healthy elderly)serious disease that may shorten life expectancy
• (Various diseases) Affected motor functions