ischemic approach dx
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Approach to Diagnosis
The goal of imaging in a patient with acute stroke are: Exclude hemorrhage Differentiate between irreversibly affected brain tissue and reversibly impaired tissue (dead tissue vs. tissue at risk or the penumbra) Identify stenosis or occlusion of major extra- and intracranial arteries
Approach to DiagnosisCT ScanMRIAngiographyCBCElectrocardiogramOther laboratory parameter
CT ScanCT has the advantage of being available 24 hours a day and is the gold standard for hemorrhage. First tests done in a stroke evaluation, particularly during an acute stroke in the emergency room.Distinguish between ischemic and hemorrhagic strokeNormal CT in patient with
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