Statistical comparison of neonatal cranial US and MRI findings at term
| Neonatal Cranial US Finding | MRI Finding at Term | Sensitivity | Specificity | Positive Predictive Value | Negative Predictive Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No echodensity or transient echodensity < 7 days | Normal WM or focal signal intensity abnormality | 82% | 44% | 86% | 36% |
| Prolonged echodensity > 7 days | Extensive signal abnormality or cystic change | 26% | 85% | 36% | 82% |
| Echolucency | Cystic change | 75% | 100% | 100% | 98% |