Ultrasound of superficial pathology in and around the head in children

Abstract

This session aims to demonstrate the value of ultrasound in assessing superficial structures in and around the head in children. Intracranial and extracranial fluid collections can be a source of confusion. This talk will look at the sonographic assessment of superficial extra axial fluid deep to the anterior fontanelle in infants and the value of ultrasound in differentiating between subdural and subarachnoid fluid at this site, plus how the appearance may vary with different aetiologies. Similarly, extracranial subgaleal and subperiosteal fluid collectionswill be discussed and their distinguishing sonographic features. Ultrasound is often the initial imaging modality for assessment of a lump, and this talkwill include a discussion of the sonographic appearance of some of the varied focal lesions that may involve or overlie the cranium in children.L6284715082019-07-16 <br />