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Localising an infarct is a vital part of the diagnostic process. This case demonstrates how careful investigation can reveal unexpected pathology. Many services cannot provide MRI as the initial imaging modality and busy stroke units under pressure may have to consider out patient imaging. However, this may lead to misdiagnosis and this case demonstrates how intelligent use of imaging can avoid carrying out unnecessary procedures even in a persuasive set of circumstances.
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Schmitt, A.J., Simister, R. (2015). An MRI Saves a Patient from Unnecessary Surgery. In: Gill, S., Brown, M., Robertson, F., Losseff, N. (eds) Stroke Medicine. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-6705-1_17
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