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What Could Be The Non-invasive Diagnosis Method For Salmonella Food Poisoning Causing Encepalopathy?
May I ask what would be the appropriate non-invasive method for diagnosis (e.g., contrast x-ray, functional mri, ct scan, pet scan) for the following cases? Salmonella food poisoning causing encepalopathy Rugby player knocked unconscious during game victim of stray bullet
Mon, 24 Feb 2014
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MRI brain is the best method to evaluate any suspected encephalopathy. Please consult a neurologist and after complete clinical examination a MRI scan brain may be done to know any structural changes due to encephalopathy.
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MRI brain is the best method to evaluate any suspected encephalopathy. Please consult a neurologist and after complete clinical examination a MRI scan brain may be done to know any structural changes due to encephalopathy.
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