MULTIMODAL NEUROMONITORING IN DIFFERENT NEUROCRITICAL CONDITIONS – FIRST EXPERIENCES IN SINGLE NEUROCRITICAL CARE CENTRE

The study explores the use of multimodal neuromonitoring in a neurocritical care center, focusing on patients with acute brain injuries. The monitoring involves various sensors to track intracranial pressure (ICP), partial brain tissue oxygenation (PbO2), cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP), and more. The research, conducted at the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, covers a small sample size (13 patients), mainly dealing with subarachnoid hemorrhage and traumatic brain injury cases. Results indicate challenges, such as episodes of intracranial hypertension and cerebral hypoxia, despite adherence to treatment protocols. The study faces limitations due to manual data registration, leading to potential inaccuracies. The outcomes reveal a mortality rate of 23.1%, with the majority experiencing unfavorable results. In conclusion, the study underscores the significance of multimodal monitoring but highlights the need for larger sample sizes, improved data recording methods, and emphasizes the complexity and challenges in managing neurocritical conditions.