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Imaging recommendation · Neuro · Head & Neck

Transient global amnesia

Recommended: MRI Brain with DWI (within 24-72 hours) is the preferred imaging study for transient global amnesia. Small punctate DWI hippocampal hyperintensities.

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MRI Brain with DWI (within 24-72 hours)

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

Small punctate DWI hippocampal hyperintensities. Distinguishes from epileptic / vascular causes.

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