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Imaging recommendation · Neuro · Head & Neck

Suspected moyamoya disease (recurrent stroke / TIA in young patient)

Recommended: MRA Brain + DSA for definitive diagnosis is the preferred imaging study for suspected moyamoya disease (recurrent stroke / tia in young patient). Progressive distal ICA stenosis with collateral 'puff of smoke' pattern.

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MRA Brain + DSA for definitive diagnosis

MRI No contrast Preferred Neuro · Head & Neck OutpatientAcute inpatient Reviewed

Progressive distal ICA stenosis with collateral 'puff of smoke' pattern. Surgical revascularization is treatment.

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