Stroke Flashcards
1
Q
What is the aetiology?
A
Cerebral infarct, embolus, CHD, AF, DM
2
Q
What is the pathology?
A
Haemorrhage or thromboembolic
3
Q
What are the symptoms?
A
Hempiraseis
Aphasia
Loss of vision, sensation, speech, power, coordination
4
Q
What are the investigations?
A
CT, MRI, Doppler/duplex of carotid, Angio
5
Q
What are the treatments?
A
Decreased RFs, Statins, Anticoagulants, Thrombolyses, Aspirin, Clopidogrel, Surgery: Carotid endarterectiny or PCTA stent