Computed Tomography Perfusion Imaging: A Key Initial Test for Isolated Acute Aphasia in the Emergency Department.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Computed tomography perfusion (CTP) is a widely available imaging test in the initial assessment of acute neurological symptoms. Acute isolated aphasia is a common symptom in this group of patients, in whom an etiopathogenic diagnosis can be challenging. The aim of this study was to assess the usefulness of CTP for the initial management of this syndrome, and to evaluate whether the detection of certain perfusion patterns can be valuable in the diagnostic process.

Methods

CTP scans performed in our hospital between 2019 and 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. Individuals with acute isolated aphasia who attended the emergency department within this period were included. Diagnostic, demographic, clinical, neuroimaging, electroencephalography (EEG), other complementa

SUBMITTER: Bargay Pizarro E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12516825 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature