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Radiological features of Raised ICP on CT Brain (in a nutshell)

Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (SAH) — CT Brain (Non-contrast)

Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (SAH) — CT Brain (Non-contrast) Core radiological features (concise): 1) Hyperdensity in subarachnoid spaces Acute blood appears  hyperdense (bright) Typical locations: Basal cisterns  (suprasellar, interpeduncular, ambient) Sylvian fissures Interhemispheric fissure Cortical sulci 2) “Star sign” (basal cistern pattern) Star-shaped hyperdensity in  basal cisterns around Circle of Willis Classic for  aneurysmal SAH 3) Sulcal effacement with hyperdense sulci Blood outlines sulci →  prominent hyperdense cortical sulci May coexist with  early cerebral edema → sulcal effacement 4) Intraventricular extension (common) Hyperdensity within ventricles (especially  occipital horns ) May show  fluid–fluid levels 5) Hydrocephalus Acute obstructive or communicating hydrocephalus Findings: Ventricular dilatation Periventricular lucency (transependymal CSF seepage) 6) Loss of gray–white differentiation (severe cases) Due to  global cer...

Subdural Hematoma (SDH) — CT Brain (Non-contrast) Key Features

  Subdural Hematoma (SDH) — CT Brain (Non-contrast) Key Features Typical Appearance 1. Shape & Location Crescent-shaped (concavo-convex)  extra-axial collection Lies  between dura and arachnoid Crosses sutures , but  does NOT cross midline  (limited by falx/tentorium) 2. Density (depends on age) Acute (0–3 days):  Hyperdense (bright) Subacute (3–21 days):  Isodense → may be subtle (“ CT occult ”) Chronic (>3 weeks):  Hypodense (dark) Mixed density:  Rebleed → fluid-fluid levels / layering 3. Mass Effect Sulcal effacement Midline shift Compression of ventricles Possible  subfalcine / transtentorial herniation 4. Internal Characteristics Homogeneous  (acute) or  heterogeneous  (chronic/rebleed) May show  septations/membranes  (chronic SDH) 5. Associated Findings Underlying cerebral edema Cortical contusions Skull fracture less common  than in EDH High-yield Differentiation (SDH vs EDH) SDH:  Cresce...

Normal CT Brain (Non-contrast) — Key Radiological Features (Concise)

Normal CT Brain (Non-contrast) — Key Radiological Features (Concise) 1. Symmetry Bilateral cerebral hemispheres symmetrical No midline shift Falx cerebri in midline 2. Grey–White Matter Differentiation Clear distinction: Grey matter (cortex, basal ganglia) → slightly hyperdense White matter → slightly hypodense Preserved corticomedullary junction 3. Ventricular System Lateral, 3rd, 4th ventricles: Normal size and configuration Symmetrical No dilatation or compression 4. Cisterns & Sulci Basal cisterns ( suprasellar, ambient, quadrigeminal ) → open and well-defined Cortical sulci: Normal for age No effacement (→ edema) or prominence (→ atrophy) 5. Basal Ganglia & Thalami Normal density and symmetry No focal hypo/hyperdense lesions 6. Brainstem & Cerebellum Normal size, contour, and density No focal lesion or compression 7. No Abnormal Densities No: Hyperdensity → hemorrhage Hypodensity → infarct/edema No calcification (except physiological: pineal, choroid plexus) 8. Midli...

Epidural Hematoma (EDH) — CT Brain (Non-contrast)

Epidural Hematoma (EDH) — CT Brain (Non-contrast) Core CT Features (Acute EDH) Shape: Biconvex / lentiform (lens-shaped) Density: Homogeneous hyperdense (acute blood) Location: Extra-axial, between skull and dura Suture relation: Does NOT cross sutures (tight dural attachment) (may cross dural reflections rarely if large) Midline shift / mass effect: Common → sulcal effacement, ventricular compression Underlying skull fracture: Frequently present (esp. temporal bone) Additional Signs “Swirl sign” → hypodense areas within hematoma (active bleeding) Lucid interval correlation (clinical, not CT but supportive) Effacement of cisterns if severe Evolution Acute (0–3 days): Hyperdense Subacute: Isodense → may be missed without contrast Chronic (rare for EDH): Hypodense Key Differentiation (vs SDH) EDH → Biconvex, limited by sutures SDH → Crescentic, crosses sutures but not midline (falx limit) Rapid Mnemonic “EDH = Egg-shaped, Does NOT cross sutures, High density”

Spine Fracture — Knowledge Stratification

  Spine Fracture — Knowledge Stratification 🔹 Intern Level Core Concepts Definition: Disruption of vertebral body ± posterior elements due to trauma Common causes: RTA (most common) Fall from height Osteoporotic collapse (elderly) Basic Classification (Recognition level) Compression fracture Burst fracture Fracture-dislocation (unstable) Clinical Red Flags Back pain + trauma Neurological deficit (weakness, numbness) Bladder/bowel involvement → emergency Initial Management (ATLS mindset) Immobilize spine (cervical collar, log roll) ABC stabilization Avoid unnecessary movement Basic Imaging X-ray: screening CT: confirm fracture MRI: neurological deficit / ligament injury 🔹 MBBS Doctor Level Detailed Classification Awareness Stable vs unstable fracture Denis 3-column theory : Anterior column Middle column Posterior column Instability if ≥2 columns involved Common Injury Patterns Compression → anterior column Burst → anterior + middle (retropulsion risk) Chance fracture → flexion-dis...

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