Serial cranial ultrasonography or early MRI for detecting preterm brain injury?

Conclusions Advanced serial CUS seems highly effective in diagnosing preterm brain injury, but may miss cerebellar abnormalities. Although MRI does identify these lesions, feasibility is limited. Improved safety, better availability and tailored procedures are essential for MRI to increase its value in clinical care.
Source: Archives of Disease in Childhood - Fetal and Neonatal Edition - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: Epidemiologic studies, Neurological injury, Stroke, Child health, Radiology, Clinical diagnostic tests, Radiology (diagnostics), Trauma, Guidelines, Injury Original articles Source Type: research