1st April 2022

A 79-year-old female attends her GP after having experienced unilateral hemiparesis

A 79-year-old female attends her GP after having experienced unilateral hemiparesis that lasted over an hour before resolving. She has not had such symptoms in the past. She is a known smoker (50 pack year history) and has suffered from type 2 diabetes for over 10 years. She is subsequently sent for blood tests followed by a head CT and MRI with all results being normal.

Based on her symptoms what is the most likely diagnosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.