“When a person shows signs of having a stroke, time is the most critical factor for ensuring their survival and minimizing the extent of brain damage. Therefore, the speed at which a radiologist can determine which type of stroke has occurred is essential for administering the proper treatment. With speed and time as significant factors for saving a patient’s life, the standard test to assess a stroke has usually been computed tomography (CT) scans. CT scans vary in length, but they are generally very quick, and some may be completed within five minutes. ”

GE Health

“The symptoms of stroke vary widely, depending on what part of the brain is affected, and whether the stroke is ischemic or hemorrhagic.”

American Society of Neuroradiology ASNR