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==Overview==
==Overview==
MRI scan is more sensitive in identifying intra cranial lesions than CT scan. It can be used in cases of high index suspicion and negative report on CT scan.
An MRI scan is more sensitive in identifying intra cranial lesions than a CT scan. It can be used in cases with a high index of suspicion and a negative report on a CT scan.


==MRI==
== MRI ==
 
* It is a more sensitive test than a CT scan.
 
* It is better in identifying lesions of [[stroke]], [[white matter]], and the [[posterior fossa]].
 
* It can't be used as a first line of investigation.
 
* It is more expensive than a CT scan.


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Overview

An MRI scan is more sensitive in identifying intra cranial lesions than a CT scan. It can be used in cases with a high index of suspicion and a negative report on a CT scan.

MRI

  • It is a more sensitive test than a CT scan.
  • It can't be used as a first line of investigation.
  • It is more expensive than a CT scan.

References

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