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Which imaging modality is indicated for acute stroke if there is suspicion of another etiology, such as tumor or AVM?
Which imaging modality is indicated for acute stroke if there is suspicion of another etiology, such as tumor or AVM?
- MRI with T1-weighted imaging (T1WI)
- CT without IV contrast
- CT with IV contrast (correct)
- MRI with diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI)
What is the primary imaging modality recommended for initial assessment of acute stroke?
What is the primary imaging modality recommended for initial assessment of acute stroke?
- MRI with FLAIR imaging
- CT with IV contrast
- MRI with T2-weighted imaging (T2WI)
- CT without IV contrast (correct)
Which MRI sequence is most sensitive for detecting acute stroke?
Which MRI sequence is most sensitive for detecting acute stroke?
- T2-weighted imaging (T2WI)
- Diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) (correct)
- Fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR)
- T1-weighted imaging (T1WI)
Which condition can lead to false positives on Diffusion Weighted Imaging (DWI) for ischemic stroke?
Which condition can lead to false positives on Diffusion Weighted Imaging (DWI) for ischemic stroke?
When does the infarcted area appear abnormal on T2-weighted MRI imaging?
When does the infarcted area appear abnormal on T2-weighted MRI imaging?
In uncertain situations, when is it recommended to repeat the Diffusion Weighted Imaging (DWI) for ischemic stroke?
In uncertain situations, when is it recommended to repeat the Diffusion Weighted Imaging (DWI) for ischemic stroke?
What is the most rapid and reliable imaging modality for the initial assessment of acute stroke?
What is the most rapid and reliable imaging modality for the initial assessment of acute stroke?
Which MRI sequence is most sensitive for detecting acute stroke?
Which MRI sequence is most sensitive for detecting acute stroke?
What type of signal does an infarcted area exhibit on T2-weighted imaging over time?
What type of signal does an infarcted area exhibit on T2-weighted imaging over time?
Which imaging modality is indicated if there is suspicion of another etiology, such as tumor or AVM, in a patient with acute stroke?
Which imaging modality is indicated if there is suspicion of another etiology, such as tumor or AVM, in a patient with acute stroke?
When is it recommended to repeat the Diffusion Weighted Imaging (DWI) for ischemic stroke in uncertain situations?
When is it recommended to repeat the Diffusion Weighted Imaging (DWI) for ischemic stroke in uncertain situations?
Which MRI sequence shows an abnormal area becoming bright within 30 minutes of onset of ischemia?
Which MRI sequence shows an abnormal area becoming bright within 30 minutes of onset of ischemia?
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