3 Lumbar Puncture
R. Nick Hernandez, Neil Majmundar, and Amna Sheikh Abstract This chapter will discuss the indications and contraindications, relevant anatomy, technique, complications, and tips for performing a lumbar puncture. lumbar puncture…
1 External Ventricular Drain
David F. Slottje, Nitesh V. Patel, and Ira Goldstein Abstract External ventricular drains (EVDs) are a common and useful tool in the Neuro-ICU. Here the following topics related to insertion…
2 Shunt Tap and Shunt Externalization
Yehuda Herschman Abstract A shunt tap or externalization can be performed in various clinical scenarios – most commonly shunt obstruction or infection. Here the following topics related to shunt tap…
18 Neuroimaging
Michael J. Lang Abstract This chapter is a brief introduction to neuroimaging, with attention to imaging modalities, indications, and limitations of use. Major modalities for brain and spine imaging will…
19 Ventilation Strategies in Neuro-ICU
Amandeep S. Dolla and M. Kamran Athar 19 Ventilation Strategies in Neuro-ICU 19.1 Introduction Mechanical ventilation has become the cornerstone of modern intensive care unit (ICU) care. The term “ventilate”…
17 Advanced Hemodynamic and Neurological Monitoring in the Neuro-ICU
David F. Slottje and John W. Liang Abstract Hemodynamic instability is a common issue faced in the neurological intensive care unit (neuro-ICU). Practitioners often find themselves pondering about the patient’s…
14 Nutrition
Stephanie Dobak and Jacqueline S. Urtecho Abstract Brain injuries alter metabolism making glucose management and nutrient provision challenging. The main nutrition goal is to manage glycemic control and provide adequate…
16 Pain Management in the Neuro-Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Amy Shah, David A. Wyler, and Andrew Ng Abstract Pain, an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience, presents unique challenges in the neuro-intensive care unit. A recent shift in strategy to…
12 Brain Death in Adults
Rodney Bell, Norman Ajiboye, and Yu Kan Au Abstract Since the passage of the Uniform Determination of Death Act of 1981, the concept of brain death has become widely accepted….
13 Sodium Dysregulation
M. Kamran Athar and Christian Bacheler Abstract Disorders of sodium regulation leading to either hyponatremia or hypernatremia are seen frequently in the critical care setting, and have particular importance in…
