criteria for removal of intracranial pressure (ICP) monitor

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Introduction

  • if patient remains comatose, monitor is left in place for at least 4 days
  • ICP & pCO2 normal after
  • ICP should be normal for at least 24 hours prior to removal

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References

  1. CHS protocol 11/98