Focal Cerebral Arteriopathy — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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9-year-old: sudden hemiplegia post-URTI. MRA shows distal ICA stenosis. Aetiology?

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Correct answer: A — Focal cerebral arteriopathy (post-infectious)

FCA: most common cause of childhood AIS in previously healthy children. Often post-viral.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024