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Long-term outcome according to Fukuhara classes
| Class (n° of patients) | Gait | Headache | Cognitive impairment | Urinary incontinence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I (1) | / | 1 (++) | / | / |
| II (4) | 4 (1++; 3+) | 2 (+) | 2 (1+; 1=) | 3 (2+; 1–) |
| III (8) | 6 (3++; 3+) | 2 (+) | 6 (2++; 2+, 2=) | 4 (2+; 2=) |
Long-term results after ETV are presented according to Fukuhara's classification and individual pre-operative signs/symptoms at the end of the follow-up. ++: resolved, +: improved, =: stable, –: worsen, ETV: endoscopic third ventriculostomy.
