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Could a head ct without contrast show inflamed blood vessel? i know an mri would be better for this but could ct catch it too?

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Dr. Elden Rand answered

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No: A noncontrast head ct would not tell you the information you require about inflammation in the blood vessels - unless there was associated bleeding.

Dr Shiloh agreed

Answered 9/14/2013

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Unlikely: Unlikely. Evaluation of the blood vessels with ct is tough - and impossible without contrast.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/12/2014

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