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Can a ct scan spot seizure activity then alert them to do an eeg?
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Possibly: Generally ct scans show anatomy; they do not show function (pet scan needed for that). However, ct may detect an anatomical abnormality (like an arteriovenous malformation) that might be a seizure focus. Work-up for new-onset seizures usually includes an eeg.
Answered 7/20/2014
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