Tobey–Ayer Test

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Tobey–Ayer Test
Purposedetermine lateral sinus thrombosis

The Tobey–Ayer test is used for lateral sinus thrombosis[1] by monitoring cerebrospinal fluid pressure during a lumbar puncture. No increase of cerebrospinal fluid pressure during compression of the internal jugular vein on the affected side, and an exaggerated response on the patent side, is suggestive of lateral sinus thrombosis.

References[edit]

  1. ^ Glasscock, Michael E.; Gulya, Aina J.; Shambaugh, George Elmer (2003). Glasscock-Shambaugh Surgery of the Ear. PMPH-USA. p. 456. ISBN 9781550091519. Retrieved 19 August 2018.