A Primer on Computed Tomography Perfusion Imaging for the Emergency Physician

Brain noncontrast computed tomography (CT), CT angiography, and magnetic resonance imaging have been used clinically for decades, and emergency physicians have a good understanding of their indications, the meaning of their results, and some facility with the interpretation of CT. However, brain CT perfusion (CTP) is relatively new and emergency physicians are less familiar with its basic concepts, indications, and role in managing patients with neurological emergencies.
Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Selected Topics: Emergency Radiology Source Type: research