Cushing response
Last revised by Craig Hacking on 21 Feb 2019
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Citation:
Knipe H, Hacking C, Bell D, Cushing response. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 24 May 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-47204
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Article created:
4 Aug 2016,
Henry Knipe ◉
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Last revised:
21 Feb 2019,
Craig Hacking ◉
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Systems:
Synonyms:
- Cushing reflex
The Cushing response or reflex occurs in the setting of raised intracranial pressure and is the triad of:
- hypertension
- bradycardia
- apnea/irregular breathing
References
- 1. Kalmar AF, Van Aken J, Caemaert J et-al. Value of Cushing reflex as warning sign for brain ischaemia during neuroendoscopy. Br J Anaesth. 2005;94 (6): 791-9. doi:10.1093/bja/aei121 - Pubmed citation
- 2. Mount Sinai Expert Guides: Neurology. Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN:1118621085. Read it at Google Books - Find it at Amazon