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 This session provides a focused overview of B-mode and transcranial color Doppler imaging of the brain. Participants will first briefly review basic ultrasound principles. Thereafter cases in which B-mode imaging will be presented highlighting practical image acquisition, vessel and anatomy identification, and interpretation of pathology relevant to bedside and neurocritical care use. 

Available CE Hours: 1.5

Masterclass Objectives: 

1. Explain the basic ultrasound principles, probe selection, scanning technique, and standard insonation windows for B-mode and transcranial color doppler (TCCD) imaging of the brain.
2. Identify normal cerebral anatomy and key intracranial structures and vessels using B-mode and TCCD imaging.
3. Apply B-mode and TCCD imaging to clinical cases, including evaluation of elevated intracranial pressure, assessment of midline shift, and estimation of intracranial hematoma size.

Speakers:

Brittany Kasturiarachi, DO, University of Cincinnati

Firas Abdulmajeed, MD, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Vasisht Srinivasan, MD, University of Washington Harborview Medical Center

Swarna Rajagopalan, MD, MS, Cooper University Healthcare

Agenda:

3:00-3:05 PM: Introduction to the Masterclass 

3:05-3:35 PM: Review of Ultrasound Basiscs: Probe Placement, Image Acquisition, and Anatomical Structures (Brittany Kasturiarachi)

3:35-4:00 PM: Assessment of Intracranial Pressure (Swarna Rajagopolan)

4:00-4:15 PM: Assessment of Midline Shift (Firas Abdulmajeed)

4:15 -4:25 PM: Assessment of Hematoma Size (Vasisht Srvinivasan)

4:25-4:30 PM: Wrap-Up and Closing Remarks

Pricing:

NCS Member: $49

Non-member: $69