http://www.appliedradiology.com RSS Feed on Applied Radiologyhttp://www.appliedradiology.com//Issues/2002/03/Articles/CT-of-Acute-Stroke-in-the-Clinical-Setting.aspxReadily available in most settings, computed tomography (CT) maintains its dominant role in the evaluation of patients with acute stroke. Despite the robust capability of magnetic resonance imaging, CT is the primary modality used in the triage of patients in whom thrombolytic intervention is contemplated. CT angiography (CTA) and perfusion CT have augmented the utility of CT in this setting, offering information useful in therapeutic planning.Tuesday, 14 May 2002 20:21:31 GMT