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I did a ct scan with iodine would that show an unruptured brain aneurysm ?
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Yes: But a MRA with gadalinium is a better test
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Maybe: Depending on the size and location of the aneurysm, it can be detected with a CT scan with iodine. However, brain aneurysms are detected more frequently and with smaller sizes with CT or MR angiography techniques.
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