Table 2. Scenarios leading to incidental discovery of SBIs.
Asymptomatic, abnormal neurologic examination finding |
Post-operative assessment of new neurologic symptoms (with detection of unrelated SBIs) |
Symptomatic stroke or transient ischemic attack (with detection of unrelated SBIs) |
Symptoms not specific to stroke |
Altered mental status (confusion, lethargy) |
Cognitive decline |
Dizziness |
Gait difficulty |
Generalized weakness |
Headaches |
Lightheadedness |
Memory loss |
Seizures |
Syncope |
Trauma |