Presentation
History of sudden loss of consciousness and fall.
Patient Data
Age: 50 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Cerebral venous infarction
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Non-contrast CT of the brain demonstrates intracerebral hemorrhage involving the left parito-occipital region as well as superior temporal lobe, which is heterogeneous and gyriform.
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CT venogram was conducted which demonstrates a filling defect representing a thrombus in the left transverse and sigmoid sinuses with extension into the jugular vein. This confirms the diagnosis of cerebral venous infarction.
Case Discussion
Typical appearances and location of a venous infarct with hemorrhage.