Purpose of the Procedure
- Early detection of increased intracranial pressure (ICP).
- Monitoring patient response to pressure-lowering treatments.
- Providing a safe alternative for patients unfit for invasive monitoring.
A cutting-edge, non-invasive bedside ultrasound technique used to monitor intracranial pressure rapidly. This essential tool helps clinicians detect intracranial hypertension early, ensuring timely intervention and improved patient outcomes in critical care settings.
Scientific name: Ultrasonographic Measurement of Optic Nerve Sheath Diameter (ONSD)
A diagnostic procedure using ultrasound to measure the optic nerve sheath diameter. It serves as a rapid, non-invasive alternative to surgical ICP monitoring for patients with head injuries, strokes, or intracranial hemorrhage.