Neurology — Flashcards

The _____ supplies the medial pons

A 60 year old man complains of extremely severe, sharp, shooting, “like a bolt of lighting”, pain, which lasts about 60 seconds. It is noted that part of his face is unshaven, because he fears to touch that area. What is likely occurring? _____

_____ is a chronic neurological disorder characterised by a bilateral action tremor, most commonly in the hands & forearms, without other neurological deficits

Which cerebral artery supplies the occipital lobe? _____

What is the differential diagnosis of ring-enhancing brain lesions on CT/MRI? _____

Which cerebral artery supplies the inferior temporal lobe? _____

Which anterior circulation stroke causes paralysis/sensory loss of the face and upper limb with cortical signs (e.g. aphasia, neglect)? _____

Essential tremors _____ with age

Hint: worsen/remain stable/improve

Brain abscess is often visualized on CT or MRI as a(n) _____ lesion with central necrosis

Essential tremors are typically _____

Hint: uni-/bilateral