Having checked for all the other potential causes for an decreased GCS it seemed likely that this was due to a further stroke and therefore a repeat CT was requested.
Maisie’s CT scan shows worsening cerebral oedema and the neurosurgeons advise that she is eligible for decompressive surgery.
What do you think these 2 scans show you?
Q. What do you think these 2 scans show you?
Left image shows worsening cerebral oedema with complete effacement of the right ventricle.
Right image shows the post-operative scan. This patient has had a right hemicraniectomy. Note the reappearance of the right ventricle as the pressure has been released.
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