Sequential Cranial Ultrasound and Cerebellar Diffusion Weighted Imaging Contribute to the Early Prognosis of Neurodevelopmental Outcome in Preterm Infants

Abstract

These data support the clinical value of sequential cUS and recommend repeating cUS at TEA. In particular, assessment of moderate/severe early cUS abnormalities and ex-vacuo VM on term cUS provides important prognostic information. Cerebellar ADC values may further aid in the prognostication of gross motor function.