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HardNeurologySubarachnoid haemorrhage – investigationuk-plab-1

A 29-year-old man presents with sudden severe 'thunderclap' headache, described as the worst of his life, reaching maximal intensity within seconds. CT head without contrast performed within 2 hours of onset is normal. He remains symptomatic. What is the most appropriate next investigation to exclude subarachnoid haemorrhage?

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