Imaging recommendation · Neuro · Head & Neck

Cryptogenic stroke in young patient (< 50)

Recommended: MRI Brain + MRA Head/Neck + Cardiac echo with bubble study is the preferred imaging study for cryptogenic stroke in young patient (< 50). Look for PFO, dissection, vasculitis, hypercoagulable cause.

Recommended study

MRI Brain + MRA Head/Neck + Cardiac echo with bubble study

MRI IV contrast Preferred Neuro · Head & Neck Acute inpatientOutpatient Reviewed 2026-05

Look for PFO, dissection, vasculitis, hypercoagulable cause. Hold-out: consider CT angio if MRI not feasible.