A woman presenting with abrupt onset of “The Worst headache of her life”. Which is the best investigation?
Correct Answer: NCCT of the head
Description: MCC of subarachnoid hemorrhage is: TRAUMA- MCC of spontaneous SAH is due to rupture of BERRY ANEURYSM- Classical complaint pts come with is "THUNDER CLAP HEADACHE or WORST HEADACHE IN LIFE"- IOC for Acute SAH is NCCT- IOC for Chronic SAH is MRI.- IOC to know the cause of SAH is 4 VESSEL ANGIOGRAPHY- for that catheterize 2 ICA and Left Veebral aery. Shows Hyperdensity in Syln fissure Basal cisterns Sulcal Spaces Anterior interhemispheric area
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