Why Is Imaging Usually Not Appropriate for Headache Without Red Flags?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Headache without any of the following “red flags”: sudden onset (“thunderclap”), features of intracranial hypertension or h
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Which Imaging Study Is Best for Headache with Red Flags? An ACR-Guided Workflow
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Headache with one or more of the following “red flags”: increasing frequency or severity, fever or neurologic deficit, hist
What Is the Best Initial Imaging for New Headache During Pregnancy or Peripartum?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Headache with new onset or pattern during pregnancy or peripartum period. Initial imaging. (Headache): recommended study, d
What Is the Right Initial Imaging for a Positional Headache Suggesting Low CSF Pressure?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Headache with features of intracranial hypotension (eg, positional, worse when upright, better when lying down). Initial im
What Imaging Should You Order for Headache with Signs of Intracranial Hypertension?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Headache with features of intracranial hypertension (eg, papilledema, pulsatile tinnitus, visual symptoms worse on Valsalva
What Is the Best Initial Imaging for Suspected Cluster Headache and Other TACs?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Primary trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias (eg, cluster headache). Initial imaging. (Headache): recommended study, different
Should You Image a Classic Migraine? Why the ACR Says ‘Usually Not Appropriate
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Primary migraine or tension-type headache. Normal neurologic examination. Initial imaging. (Headache): recommended study, d
What Imaging Is Best for a Sudden, Severe ‘Thunderclap’ Headache?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Sudden onset severe headache that reaches maximal severity within one hour. Initial imaging. (Headache): recommended study,
When to Order Imaging for Headache: ACR Appropriateness Decoded
ACR Appropriateness Criteria for Headache: recommended imaging by clinical scenario, adult and pediatric radiation levels, and matching gighz protocol guid