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Transcranial sonography in the critical patient
Juan Antonio Llompart-Pou1, Laura Galarza2, Rosario Amaya-Villar3
1Servei de Medicina Intensiva, Hospital Universitari Son Espases, Institut d'Investigació Sanitària Illes Balears (IdISBa), Palma, Spain.
Medicina Intensiva
|March 2, 2024
Summary
Transcranial ultrasonography is a valuable bedside tool for neurocritical care. Understanding its fundamentals and limitations is crucial for intensivists managing critically ill patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Critical Care Medicine
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Transcranial ultrasonography (TUS) is a non-invasive bedside technique.
- It is increasingly used for neurocritical care patients.
- Intensivists need to understand TUS fundamentals and limitations.
Conclusions:
- Transcranial ultrasonography is an essential tool for intensivists.
- A thorough understanding of TUS enhances patient management.
- This review offers a practical framework for TUS implementation.

