Neurosonography studies of the brain in neonates and infants provides ample benefits. However, performing such studies require valid medical reason. Infant, for performing this procedure, is one whose anterior fontanelle remains open. The indications for performing neurosonography in infants and neonates are: Hemorrhage or parenchymal abnormalities in preterm and term infants.
Hydrocephalus Vascular abnormalities Congenital abnormalities acquired brain infections craniosynostosis Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy follow-up of patients on hypothermia central nervous system disorders Screening before surgical procedures Although no contraindications have been suggested for this procedure, it should be performed only when there is a valid medical reason. Source: American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine. "AIUM practice guideline for the performance of neurosonography in neonates and…
