Cerebral venous thrombosis: imaging patterns

Abstract Cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) is an uncommon condition that is potentially reversible if properly diagnosed and promptly treated. Although CVT can occur at any age, it most commonly affects neonates and young adults. Clinical diagnosis is difficult because the clinical manifestations of CVT are nonspecific, including headache, seizures, decreased level of consciousness, and focal neurologic deficits. Therefore, imaging is crucial for the diagnosis. Radiologists should be able to identify the findings of CVT and to recognize potential imaging pitfalls that may lead to misdiagnosis. Thus, the appropriate treatment (anticoagulation therapy) can be started early, thereby avoiding complications and unfavorable outcomes.

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Main Authors:	Oliveira,Isabela Magalhães, Duarte,Juliana Ávila, Dalaqua,Mariana, Jarry,Vinicius Menezes, Pereira,Fernanda Veloso, Reis,Fabiano
Format:	Digital revista
Language:	English
Published:	Publicação do Colégio Brasileiro de Radiologia e Diagnóstico por Imagem 2022
Online Access:	http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0100-39842022000100054
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