Presentation
1 episode of unconsciousness, transient amnesia
Patient Data
Age: 50 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Transient global amnesia
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A tiny focus of restricted diffusion is seen along the lateral edge of the right hippocampus which is further confirmed on coronal diffusion-weighted images.
A small right choroid fissure cyst is incidentally noted.
Case Discussion
Finding is consistent with transient global amnesia and explains the patient's symptoms.