RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 An Atlas of Neonatal Neurovascular Imaging Anatomy as Depicted with Microvascular Imaging: The Intracranial Veins
JF American Journal of Neuroradiology
JO Am. J. Neuroradiol.
FD American Society of Neuroradiology
SP ajnr.A8784
DO 10.3174/ajnr.A8784
A1 Freeman, Colbey W.
A1 Martinez-Correa, Santiago
A1 Vossough, Arastoo
A1 Lyo, Shawn
A1 Lemessa, Natae F.
A1 Aftab, Sayed
A1 Hwang, Misun
YR 2025
UL http://www.ajnr.org/content/early/2025/04/10/ajnr.A8784.abstract
AB Cerebral ultrasound is the preferred modality for evaluating the infant brain, offering real-time bedside assessment without exposure to ionizing radiation. Microvascular imaging ultrasound (MVI), an advanced Doppler technique, enables the visualization of microvascular slow-flow structures without the need for contrast agents. This innovative approach has the potential to provide valuable insights into the developing brain's vasculature and hemodynamics. The utility of MVI has been investigated in various neurological conditions affecting neonates and infants, demonstrating its promise as a complementary tool to existing imaging modalities. By providing detailed, real-time images of the brain's microvasculature, MVI can aid in the early detection, monitoring, and understanding of cerebral pathologies. In this review, we aim to present a comprehensive atlas of cerebral venous structures as visualized with MVI, serving as a reference for future research in this field and promoting the adoption of this technique in clinical practice for improved diagnosis and management of neurological conditions in the infant population.ABBREVIATIONS: MVI = Microvascular Imaging.