Diffusion MRI Better Than CT For Detecting Ischemic stroke

A recent guideline mentioned that diffusion MRI is showing better than CT when used to detect diagnosing ischemic stroke. The new guideline was prepared by the American Academy of Neurology. Ischemic stroke is one of the most frequently occurring strokes; it is a result to reduction in blood supply to the brain, which can be caused by blockage or blood clot. The American Academy of Neurology mentioned that the treatment of ischemic stroke is to be given with few hours after the beginning of symptoms.

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