Q. Which is INCORRECT regarding investigation of SAH? (Solved)

1. Non contrast CT becomes less sensitive with time following bleed.

2. 5-10% of patients with negative CT will have SAH.

3. Presence of xanthochromia is the gold standard for diagnosing SAH on LP.

4. Xanthochromia is present in all patients with SAH at 6 hrs post blee

5. MRI angiography is not reliable enough to use for diagnosis and surgical planning of patients with proven SAH.

  • d. Xanthochromia is present in all patients with SAH at 6 hrs post bleed.
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