| Using computerized tomography to identify neurologic problems. | |
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PMID: 624449 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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Computerized tomography (CT) scanning accurately identifies neurologic abnormalities in many elderly patients, often making it possible to differentiate symptomatic neurologic changes of normal aging from treatable pathologic states such as occult masses and cerebral infarction producing much the same symptoms. The scan also singles out patients in whom further diagnostic measures are necessary. The advantages of CT--low morbidity, noninvasiveness, and high sensitivity--far outweigh its limitations. Concomitant cerebral atrophy and metabolic imbalance do not significantly affect diagnostic accuracy. Risks are minimal, related chiefly to contrast allergy, and occasionally to anesthetics for patients who cannot remain motionless during the procedure. |
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Authors:
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R Quisling |
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Type: Case Reports; Journal Article |
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Title: Geriatrics Volume: 33 ISSN: 0016-867X ISO Abbreviation: Geriatrics Publication Date: 1978 Mar |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1978-04-17 Completed Date: 1978-04-17 Revised Date: 2004-11-17 |
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Nlm Unique ID: 2985102R Medline TA: Geriatrics Country: UNITED STATES |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 37-45 Citation Subset: AIM; IM |
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Aged Brain Diseases / diagnosis Brain Neoplasms / diagnosis, pathology Dementia / etiology Female Humans Intracranial Embolism and Thrombosis / diagnosis Male Middle Aged Nervous System Diseases / diagnosis* Tomography, X-Ray Computed* / methods |
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