Which structures are affected?
There is signal abnormality in both caudate and lentiform nuclei. High T1W signal is seen in the globi pallidi also.
What do you think the underlying process has been?
Infarction, affecting the deep grey matter structures.
Bilateral signal abnormality (high T2W / low T1W) in the lentiform and caudate nuclei.
Faintly elevated T1W signal of the globi pallidi. No microhaemorrhage. No restricted diffusion.