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CSVT — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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A 10-year-old on OCP with recent mastoiditis has headache, papilloedema, focal seizure. MRI shows left transverse sinus thrombosis with venous infarction. What is the diagnosis?

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Correct answer: D — Cerebral sinovenous thrombosis

Headache with raised ICP and venous territory infarction is CSVT. Risk factors: OCP, infection. Treatment: anticoagulation despite venous infarction.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2023 – Stroke CPG