“Can a CT scan detect brain abnormalities?”
I am a 29 year old female. I want to know if a CT scan can detect brain abnormalities?
5 Answers
Yes...but overall, MRI of the brain is a better modality. However, CT scan is better for detecting early (acute) hemorrhage and can also detect skull fractures and bony abnormalities better.
A CT scan of the brain can detect some brain abnormalities. An MRI scan of the brain is a more detailed and comprehensive brain imaging test.
Yes, but as a general rule, MRI of the brain is better. CT of the head is preferred for acute trauma or acute stroke.
Yes, but MRI is better.
Yes, but MRI is better.
