Transient Ischaemic Attacks

Author: Katherine Henderson / Editors: Clifford J Mann, Lou Mitchell / Reviewer: Thomas Mac Mahon, Mehdi Teeli / Codes: / Published: 21/01/2022

Description:

Transient Ischaemic Attacks

After completing this session you will be able to:

• Describe the epidemiology of TIA
• Outline an appropriate strategy of investigation
• List and differentiate possible mimics of TIA
• Stratify the risk of stroke in TIA patients
• Explain the treatment options with respect to stroke risk

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