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Is it possible to see aneurysm or stroke on head ct?
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Possibly: If an aneurysm is large enough or a stroke old enough, you can see those on a head ct. An MRI is a better evaluation of an acute stroke and and mra or cta is the best way to look for an aneurysm.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Yes: Plain ct scan is not the best test for aneurysm or stroke. Large strokes (especially old ones) and large aneurysms can potentially be spotted on a ct. Mri is a better test for both, especially when blood vessels are looked at as well.
Answered 5/26/2016
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CT & MRA 2013. CT 2019. Clear. Small calcification. I fear brain aneurysms/heamorrhage. Dads uncle (3 days ago) and auntie (years ago)died from heamorrhage. His niece had an avm treated. I have pain in my head on and off. Chances I'll haemorrhage too?
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