Review Article
Review article: Acute stroke: basic concents and use of imaging for clinicians
Authors:
M Castillo ,
Divisions of Neuroradiology and Interventional Neuroradiology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC
H Alvarez
Divisions of Neuroradiology and Interventional Neuroradiology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC
Abstract
In this article we review basic and some advanced concepts of stroke imaging. The benefits and caveats of both CT and MRI are stressed and we attempt to familiarize the reader with current concepts regarding collateral brain circulation, its nature, and its importance in acute stroke.
How to Cite:
Castillo M, Alvarez H. Review article: Acute stroke: basic concents and use of imaging for clinicians. JBR-BTR. 2013;96(1):3–9. DOI: http://doi.org/10.5334/jbr-btr.162
Published on
01 Jan 2013.
Peer Reviewed
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