Neuroimaging of stroke: A review

Andrew R. Xavier, Adnan I. Qureshi, Jawad F. Kirmani, Abutaher M. Yahia, Rohit Bakshi

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Abstract

Advances in neuroimaging technology during the past 30 years have resulted in a virtual explosion in the amount of pathologic information that can be obtained in the clinical stroke setting. This neuroimaging revolution has led to a much better understanding of cerebrovascular and tissue pathology, creating a wide array of opportunities for acute treatment and secondary prevention. Advances include early and accurate detection of ischemic and infarcted tissue and the ability to reveal hypoperfused tissue at risk. Clinicians are increasingly able to noninvasively detect embolic and atherothrombotic intravascular lesions. Vascular lesions associated with stroke can be characterized through endovascular neuroimaging techniques and repaired by various means. In this article, we provide an overview and update on the various techniques used in the neuroimaging of stroke and intracranial hemorrhage, including computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, and catheter angiography. We outline the specific role of each modality in clinical practice.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)367-379
Number of pages13
JournalSouthern Medical Journal
Volume96
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 1 2003
Externally publishedYes

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