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Can a ct angiagraphy ( ct with contrast dye) show a pica aneurysm or an aneurysm near the brain stem or cerebellum? i heard you need the angiogram with the catheter, but some doctors said that's not true and this is also good test.
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Technical: only radiologists would tell, so follow their directions, best wishes
Answered 8/6/2016
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