A 72-year-old with a sudden onset severe headache and neck stiffness is suspected of having a subarachnoid hemorrhage. The CT scan is negative. Which ...

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A 72-year-old with a sudden onset severe headache and neck stiffness is suspected of having a subarachnoid hemorrhage. The CT scan is negative. Which next investigation is recommended

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Lumbar puncture after 12 hours

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MRI brain

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CT angiography immediately

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Carotid Doppler

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No further investigation required

Neurology — UKMLA MCQ

A 72-year-old with a sudden onset severe headache and neck stiffness is suspected of having a subarachnoid hemorrhage. The CT scan is negative. Which next investigation is recommended