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Special Considerations for Cross-Sectional Imaging in the Child with Neurovascular Disease

Vivek Pai1, Pradeep Krishnan1, Manohar Shroff1

  • 1Division of Neuroradiology, Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, The Hospital for Sick Children, 170 Elizabeth Street, Toronto, Ontario M5G 1E8, Canada; Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, 263 McCaul Street, 4th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M5T 1W7, Canada.

Neuroimaging Clinics of North America
|October 26, 2024
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Pediatric neurovascular diseases present diverse symptoms and risks. This review details cross-sectional imaging findings and techniques crucial for diagnosing these complex pediatric conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Radiology
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Pediatric neurovascular diseases cause significant morbidity and mortality.
  • Clinical presentations are heterogeneous, from acute deficits to chronic neurocognitive issues.
  • Accurate diagnosis and management rely on cross-sectional imaging.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of cross-sectional imaging findings in common pediatric neurovascular diseases.
  • To discuss diagnostic imaging techniques for these conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of cross-sectional imaging findings.
  • Discussion of imaging techniques relevant to pediatric neurovascular diseases.

Main Results:

  • Heterogeneous clinical manifestations require diverse imaging approaches.
  • Logistical and technical challenges exist in pediatric neuroimaging.

Conclusions:

  • Cross-sectional imaging is vital for diagnosing pediatric neurovascular diseases.
  • Understanding imaging findings and techniques aids in patient management.

Keywords:
Arteriovenous MalformationCerebral venous sinus thrombosisPediatric stroke

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