Neurology Clinic IV – Neurosonology Clinic (Brain Vessel Ultrasound)

If this is an initial examination, a referral note and medical records are required. The Ultrasound Clinic serves as a neurosonology laboratory, providing essential diagnostic and preventive methodology for cerebrovascular diseases. Sonographic examination (USG) is necessary for the comprehensive assessment of patients with acute stroke. It includes the examination of the carotid arteries (in the neck) as well as intracranial arteries through the skull (transcranial Doppler and transcranial color-coded duplex ultrasound, detection of potential clots in the vascular system). In indicated cases, we also perform USG with the administration of an intravenous contrast agent. The daily operations of the USG laboratory involve screening and follow-up care for patients with atherosclerotic and other vascular or brain diseases. In indicated cases, we recommend hospitalization and treatment of narrowed cerebral arteries via endovascular or angio-surgical procedures. Ultrasound also represents a valuable methodology in the differential diagnosis of vertigo, dementia, and other neurological disorders. Cerebral artery ultrasound is utilized as a supportive methodology in interdisciplinary cooperation for patients with cardiovascular, vascular surgery, and ophthalmological conditions. It is performed by physicians from the inpatient department of the Neurological Clinic at FN Nitra. The USG laboratory works in close cooperation with the Cerebrovascular Disease Clinic.