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What is bilateral lacunar infarcts?
A bilateral lacunar infarcts is a type of stroke that is experienced by human beings. It is said that this type of stroke is most common in men and those who are of African or Asian descent.
What is ischaemic foci?
Ishcaemic foci are also called lacunar infarcts. They are caused when blood flow is interrupted to small areas of the brain. It can be detected by an MRI scan.
Is it possible for a blow to the head to cause a lacunar infarct?
A lacunar infarct affect the central portion of the brain typically due to microvascular occlusion. It is typical not related to trauma. Post traumatic infarcts are usually of the peripheral cortex and/or subcortical white matter. Basically NO.
What is punctate hypodensity in the spleen?
Punctate hypodensity in the spleen refers to small areas of decreased density seen on imaging studies such as CT scans. These hypodense spots can be indicative of various conditions such as small infarcts, cysts, or benign lesions. Further evaluation may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the punctate hypodensity.
What does a small punctate areas of increased FLAIR signal in the left frontal and right parietal lobes mean?
Small punctate areas of increased FLAIR (Fluid-Attenuated Inversion Recovery) signal in the left frontal and right parietal lobes may indicate the presence of small vessel disease, which can be associated with chronic ischemia or microangiopathy. These findings can also suggest the presence of demyelinating lesions, small infarcts, or other pathological processes. Clinical correlation and further evaluation are necessary to determine the underlying cause and significance of these findings.
What is punctate distribution in regard to sense organs?
in regard to sense organs, what is punctate distribution?
What is punctate lesions?
Erythema is a reddening of the skin and sign of irritation, injury or inflammation. Punctate erythema is a spotted rash, or minute spots.
Is cystic encephalmalacia with chronic lacunar infarct treatable?
Cystic encephalomalacia with chronic lacunar infarcts indicates significant brain damage and is often associated with irreversible changes. While treatment options may focus on managing symptoms and preventing further complications, such as physical therapy or medications for associated conditions, the underlying brain damage itself is typically not reversible. Early intervention and supportive care can improve quality of life, but the prognosis largely depends on the extent of the damage and the individual's overall health.
What are small areas of lacunar infarct?
Small areas of lacunar infarct are tiny, localized strokes that occur in the deep structures of the brain, often due to the occlusion of small penetrating arteries. They are typically associated with chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes, which damage blood vessels over time. These infarcts can lead to various neurological deficits, depending on their location, and are often found incidentally on brain imaging. Despite their small size, they can contribute to cumulative cognitive decline and other functional impairments.
Is the brain infarcts curable?
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What does multi infarcts mean?
Multi infarcts refer to multiple small areas of tissue damage in the brain that result from decreased blood flow, typically due to the blockage of small blood vessels. These infarcts can contribute to conditions such as vascular dementia and may have a cumulative effect on cognitive function over time. Management often involves addressing underlying risk factors for stroke and cognitive decline.
What are punctate foci?
Punctate foci are 'lesions' on the brain, typically caused by unknown trauma to the brain or conditions where demyelination of brain tissue occurs. Punctate foci are identified by brain MRI, with and without contrast although using contrast normally provides a more accurate picture of all lesions. In layman's terms, punctate foci have also been described as 'popcorn calcifications' in the brain tissue. Some punctate foci are associated with normal aging process.
