Head CT Indications and Comparisons with MRI
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Which of the following findings on contrast-enhanced CT scan is characteristic of glioblastoma or abscess?

  • Enhancement of lesion post-contrast
  • Contrast enhancement of plaques
  • Leptomeningeal enhancement
  • Outer enhancing ring surrounding a necrotic center (correct)
  • Which of the following findings on contrast-enhanced CT scan is characteristic of meningitis?

  • Contrast enhancement of plaques
  • Thin linear enhancement of the margins of the ventricles
  • Leptomeningeal enhancement (correct)
  • Enhancement of lesion post-contrast
  • Which of the following is a contraindication for administering contrast media during a CT scan?

  • Allergy to contrast media
  • Both allergy to contrast media and compromised renal function (correct)
  • Presence of metallic objects on the patient
  • Compromised renal function
  • Which of the following structures can be visualized on a CT scan of the brain?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the standard patient positioning for a CT scan of the brain?

    <p>Head first, supine with arms by their side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common indication for performing a head CT scan?

    <p>Evaluation of chronic headaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of CT over MRI in the acute setting for head imaging?

    <p>Widespread availability and superior evaluation of osseous structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following processes does NOT cause alteration of the blood-brain barrier, leading to abnormal contrast enhancement on CT?

    <p>Hyperglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following findings is NOT typical for a brain abscess on a contrast-enhanced CT scan?

    <p>Solid intense enhancement of the lesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical appearance of a meningioma on a contrast-enhanced CT scan?

    <p>Solid intense enhancement of the lesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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