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I have Hydrocephalus and I’ve been told I need a shunt. I’ve just turned 70 and I’ve been told it only has a 50% success rate and if it’s successful, it will only last between 1 and 8 years. I’d appreciate knowing other people’s experience

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Lynora

I think you might need to find the hydrocephalus page to get the advice and help you need.

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HelenaD in reply toLynora

thank you Lynora, I think I’m already signed up to the page but if I’ve not, I’d appreciate knowing how to do that. Thanks

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Lynora in reply toHelenaD

You could try the search icon at the top of this page (SearchHealthUnlocked) and type in hydrocephalus or Headway.

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DeadfootMo

God bless you and the very best of luck. I think the odds are in your favour. More 90/10.

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