There is an area of low density on the right hand side of the brain which is due to infarction and surrounding swelling (oedema). The degree of swelling is indicated by the squashing of the lateral ventricle which cannot be seen on the right side and displacement of the midline to the left. This pattern of infarction is consistent with a blockage of right the middle cerebral artery.
Maisie’s clinical symptoms include:
- Drowsiness
- Left sided hemiplegia
- Left sided sensory loss
- Left hemianopia
Her prognosis is not good.
Left arrow – Large area of low density due to infarction and oedema
Right arrow – Lateral ventricle visible on left side only
Page last reviewed: 03 Mar 2021
