Neurovascular Anatomy, Cerebral Aneurysms and Basic Stroke Syndromes Flashcards
1
Q
What Ix are used to diagnose subarachnoid haemorrhage?
A
History
Examination
Unenhanced CT
2
Q
What Ix can be used to exclude a diagnosis of subarachnoid haemorrhage?
A
CSF analysis that shows ABSENCE of blood products
3
Q
What are most commonly the locations of cerebral aneurysms?
A
The branching points of the Circle of Willis
4
Q
What are two options for treatment of brain aneurysm? What else are goals of treatment?
A
Endovascular coil embolisation
Surgical clipping
Treating complications such a hydrocephalus, vasoplastic infarcts and disability
