[Imaging in headache]

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Radiology
• Medical Diagnostics

Context:

• Headache is a primary reason for seeking medical consultation globally.
• Diagnostic approaches include medical history, lab tests, and imaging.
• The wide range of headache causes makes comprehensive diagnosis challenging.

Purpose:

• To summarize critical morphological imaging findings in headache diagnosis.
• To highlight common pitfalls associated with these imaging techniques.

Summary:

• This review focuses on essential imaging findings for diagnosing various headaches.
• It details the most significant morphological indicators observable through medical imaging.
• The article also addresses common errors and challenges in interpreting these findings.

Impact:

• Aids general practitioners and neurologists in accurate headache diagnosis.
• Improves the interpretation of neuroimaging for headache conditions.
• Reduces diagnostic errors by highlighting imaging pitfalls.