Case 3: Imaging question 3

A CT of the head was performed without contrast. A single image is shown in comparison to a normal patient.

Questions

1. Where is the abnormality located?

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2. Describe the abnormalities using appropriate terminology.

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3. What is this patient as risk for developing?

• Given that hemorrhage is filling the subarachnoid spaces- this patient is at risk for developing communicating hydrocephalus. For review on the different types of hydrocephalus go to CASE 5.

4. What is your imaging differential diagnosis for the imaging findings?

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