Preferred Label : reversal sign;
Definition : Relative attenuation values of white and gray matter are reversed on transverse CTs;
white matter, thalamus, cerebellum, and brainstem are of higher attenuation than normal.
Associated with multiple causes, but indicates irreversible brain damage and high
mortality and morbidity rates.;
Source : Radiology 2007; 245:914-915;
Origin ID : RID35477;
Associated condition(s)
Relative attenuation values of white and gray matter are reversed on transverse CTs;
white matter, thalamus, cerebellum, and brainstem are of higher attenuation than normal.
Associated with multiple causes, but indicates irreversible brain damage and high
mortality and morbidity rates.
