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Can an mri or ct scan see previous strokes?
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Yes: Mri is very good at seeing previous strokes, much better than a ct scan.
Answered 11/20/2017
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Yes: Ct and MRI can see previous strokes. In terms of acute strokes MRI is more sensitive and sees changes sooner then on the ct scan.
Answered 11/20/2017
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