Paradoxical embolism is detected by?
Paradoxical embolism Condition where a clot from venous return enters into the left atrium and left ventricle. Hencefoh, it can travel to the brain leading to cryptogenic stroke. Have a patent foramen ovale which allows transit of clot(s) in this fashion. Dx- Bubble contrast echocardiography is performed.
MRI Chest
Bubble contrast Echocardiography
CT scan Chest
Impedance plethysmography
Stroke and TIA