Neonatal arterial ischemic stroke: an imaging overview

Key Points

• Imaging plays a crucial role in diagnosing neonatal arterial ischemic stroke, enhancing treatment options.
• Key imaging techniques include MRI and CT, crucial for assessing brain injury within the first few days of life.
• Assessment across various imaging modalities reveals specific patterns of brain ischemia and injury in neonates.
• Highlighting the need for timely imaging can support early interventions, potentially improving outcomes for affected infants.