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Cerebral (or dural) venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is a condition distinct from other cerebrovascular disease, which presents its own particular diagnostic difficulties and treatment controversies. The clinical presentation is variable and may mimic a wide range of other neurological disorders that include subarachnoid haemorrhage, encephalitis, eclampsia, idiopathic intracranial hypertension and arterial stroke.
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Abstract
Aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH) is an acute life-threatening neurological disorder. A delay in diagnosis can lead to substantial and avoidable morbidity and mortality. It is important to identify patients with SAH promptly, to enable specialist referral to neurosurgical centres. This review aims to provide an up-to-date practical guide concerning the interpretation of spinal fluid results in patients with suspected SAH.
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