Question

Identify the condition in the below image?

• A. Lacunar infarct
• B. Embolic infarct
• C. Thrombotic infarct
• D. Intracerebral hemorrhage

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

To identify the condition shown in a medical imaging context, it is essential to understand the characteristics of each potential option provided:

Options Explanation:

• Lacunar infarct: Small, deep cerebral infarctions typically occurring in the basal ganglia, thalamus, or pons, often due to the occlusion of small penetrating arteries.
• Embolic infarct: Caused by emboli traveling from another part of the body, commonly the heart, resulting in arterial blockage.
• Thrombotic infarct: Occurs due to a local clot forming in a cerebral artery, typically affecting larger vessels and leading to more surface cortical brain regions.
• Intracerebral hemorrhage: Bleeding directly into the brain tissue, often presenting as areas of increased density on CT scans due to blood accumulation.

Identifying Lacunar Infarct:

• On imaging, look for small, punched-out, low-density lesions.
• These lesions are usually less than 15mm in size.
• Common locations include the basal ganglia, thalamus, internal capsule, and pons.