Neonatal AIS MRI — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardNeonatologyNeonatal AIS MRIRACP Paediatrics

Term neonate with focal seizures at 18h. Normal glucose/Ca/Mg. Normal infection screen. MRI: restricted diffusion in L MCA territory. Diagnosis?

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Correct answer: B — Neonatal arterial ischaemic stroke

Focal seizures + MCA territory infarct on MRI = neonatal AIS. Often idiopathic.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024