Purpose of the Procedure
- Evaluate blood flow to brain tissues.
- Differentiate between infarcted and salvageable tissue (penumbra).
- Determine the efficacy of thrombolytic treatments.
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An advanced diagnostic tool that evaluates blood flow to brain tissue, helping specialists diagnose acute strokes accurately and identify salvageable brain areas to ensure rapid and effective medical intervention.
Scientific name: CT Brain Perfusion Imaging
A dynamic CT scan using intravenous contrast to assess hemodynamic parameters of brain tissue. It is critical for evaluating acute strokes and identifying viable brain tissue for urgent treatment planning.
Service type
Diagnostic Radiology
Duration
20-30 minutes
Fasting
4-6 hours fasting
Included Services
- Dynamic CT scanning
- Intravenous contrast injection
- Detailed medical report
Medical Service Information
Target Groups
- Patients presenting with acute stroke symptoms.
- Cases of suspected cerebral vasospasm.
- Patients undergoing neurovascular surgical interventions.
Preparation
- Fast from food and drink for 4-6 hours.
- Ensure normal kidney function results for contrast safety.
- Remove all jewelry and metallic objects before the scan.
Conditions & Notices
- Inform the doctor about any contrast allergies
- Provide recent kidney function (Creatinine) test results
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