Parallel Session 1201

Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus and Vascular Parkinsonism

Friday, March 21, 2025
14:30 - 16:30 | Ohgi Ballroom, 4th Floor

This session will focus on two Parkinsonian disorders that are challenging to diagnose and manage. The speakers will highlight helpful diagnostic clues and the role of various treatments, including non-pharmacological approaches.

Chairs:

Chin-Song Lu, Kweishan
Tai Tran, Ho Chi Minh City

Presenters:

Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Approach, and Management of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Taiji Tsunemi, Tokyo

Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Approach, and Management of Vascular Parkinsonism
Hrishikesh Kumar, Kolkata

Non-Pharmacological Management Approaches to Gait Disorders in Parkinsonian Syndromes
Joanne Chan, Malaysia

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this session, participants should be better able to:

1. Describe the pathophysiology, diagnostic approach, and management strategies of normal pressure hydrocephalus.
2. Describe the pathophysiology, diagnostic approach, and management strategies of vascular parkinsonism.
3. Integrate non-pharmacological management approaches to gait disorders in parkinsonian syndromes.

Recommended Audience

Basic Scientists
Clinical Academicians
Non-Physician Health Professionals
Practitioners
Students/Residents/Trainees