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RID35603 swirl sign

definition

Large hyperattenuating region with small focus of hyperattenuation found within the cranium on non-enhanced CT scans. Suggests hyperacute epidural hematoma with chronic (hyperattenuating clotted blood) and active (hypoattenuating fresh blood) components.

comment

http://radiology.rsna.org/cgi/content/full/218/2/433