Cerebral vein thrombosis (CVT): investigations
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Cerebral vein thrombosis (CVT): investigations. A previous history of venous thrombosis. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Thrombophilia tests: indications
- A previous history of venous thrombosis
- A family history of venous thrombosis
- Young age at presentation of CVT
- CVT without any risk factors
Thrombophilia tests: screening
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D-dimer
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRV): features
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Computed tomography venogram (CTV): benefits
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Computed tomography venogram (CTV): diagnostic signs
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Paramagnetic-sensitive MRI sequences
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Other imaging techniques
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MRV sequences for cortical vein thrombosis
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Radiological differential
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Synonym
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References
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- Kuo YH, Chao CM, Lai CC. Cord sign in cerebral venous thrombosis. QJM 2018; 111:339.
- Tanislav C, Siekmann R, Sieweke N, et al. Cerebral vein thrombosis: clinical manifestation and diagnosis. BMC Neurol 2011; 12:69.
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