Stroke Flashcards

1
Q

What is the aetiology?

A

Cerebral infarct, embolus, CHD, AF, DM

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2
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What is the pathology?

A

Haemorrhage or thromboembolic

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3
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What are the symptoms?

A

Hempiraseis
Aphasia
Loss of vision, sensation, speech, power, coordination

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4
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What are the investigations?

A

CT, MRI, Doppler/duplex of carotid, Angio

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5
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What are the treatments?

A

Decreased RFs, Statins, Anticoagulants, Thrombolyses, Aspirin, Clopidogrel, Surgery: Carotid endarterectiny or PCTA stent

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