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Head CT showing the unique challenges of an aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage patient. a There is a significant amount of basilar cistern subarachnoid hemorrhage placing the patient at high risk for delayed cerebral ischemia. b There is prominent hydrocephalus needing CSF diversion to lower intracranial pressure