Subarachnoid Haemorrhage; Roadside to Resus
The Resus Room
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Diagnostic Challenges in Detecting Subarachnoid Hemorrhage with CT Head
The chapter discusses the intricacies of using plain CT head scans to detect subarachnoid hemorrhage within six hours of onset, emphasizing the timing and caution needed in interpretation. It addresses the impact on clinical practice, the role of third-generation CT scanners, and highlights the importance of proper diagnostic protocols. The conversation also touches on the challenges of using CT angiogram as the initial test and the significance of lumbar puncture in detecting vascular abnormalities post-hemorrhage.
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