Neuroimaging

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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…

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Nutrition

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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…

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Cerebral Edema and Elevated Intracranial Pressure

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6 Cerebral Edema and Elevated Intracranial Pressure Anna Karpenko and Michelle Ghobrial Abstract Elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) is a medical condition commonly encountered in the intensive care unit (ICU) and…

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Sodium Dysregulation

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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…

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Ventilation Strategies in Neuro-ICU

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19 Ventilation Strategies in Neuro-ICU Amandeep S. Dolla and M. Kamran Athar 19.1 Introduction Mechanical ventilation has become the cornerstone of modern intensive care unit (ICU) care. The term “ventilate”…

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Encephalopathy and Delirium

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1 Encephalopathy and Delirium Catriona M. Harrop Abstract Encephalopathy is characterized by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke as “any diffuse disease of the brain that alters brain…

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