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A 72-year-old man is brought to the emergency department after being found unresponsive. His family reports a history of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and occasional falls. On examination, he is comatose, pupils are unequally reactive, and there is right-sided hemiparesis. A non-contrast CT head scan shows a crescent-shaped hyperdensity overlying the left cerebral hemisphere. What is the most likely diagnosis?

A Epidural hematoma
B Subdural hematoma
C Subarachnoid hemorrhage
D Ischemic stroke

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

The crescent-shaped hyperdensity on CT head is characteristic of a subdural hematoma. Given his age, history of falls, and hemiparesis, it's highly suggestive of chronic subdural hematoma which can present acutely after a minor head injury.

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