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Intracranial pressure monitoring
Intracranial pressure monitoring is performed by inserting a catheter into the head with a sensing device to monitor the pressure around the brain. An increase in intracranial pressure can cause a decrease in blood flow to the brain causing brain damage.
Update Date: 12/6/2001 Updated by: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team
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