Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging of the brain in hypoglycaemic encephalopathy.
A diabetic man suffering from a hypoglycaemic attack presented to our hospital. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings were grossly abnormal and difficult to interpret. The computed tomographic appearance simulated multiple infarctions. The MRI appearance simulated a space occupying lesion. Literature review of the radiology and the pathophysiology of hypoglycaemic brain damage is provided. Comparison between our findings and previous reports is also given.
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Department of Radiology, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, Australia.
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Somerville
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