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Initially only 30 (69.7%) improved however, after a second surgery for 7 of the remaining 13 patients, the final number of improved patients were 35 (81.3%). Median follow up was 23 months. The use of fixed pressure gravitational shunts such as the GAV shunt, is a good second option for treating NPH patients in developing countries and rural communities. This approach provides a cheap, reliable, and practical solution for NPH patients living in rural areas, without the need for frequent follow-up visits. 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