Optic Nerve Sheath Diameter in Acute Liver Failure: A Prospective Cohort Study
Introduction: Acute liver failure (ALF) is a rare disease that may lead to cerebral edema and death. An increased optic nerve sheath diameter (ONSD) may reflect an early increase in intracranial pressure. We assessed the feasibility and safety of the ONSD measurement and its association with outcome...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Karger Publishers
2020-12-01
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Series: | GE: Portuguese Journal of Gastroenterology |
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Online Access: | https://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/511646 |