Transient Global amnesia Flashcards
1
Q
what is TGA?
A
sudden onset of memory loss
2
Q
what type of amnesia does TGA include?
A
both retro and anterograde amnesia
3
Q
are motor skills affected in TGA?
A
no
4
Q
how is TGA diagnosed?
A
- CT/MRI
- Bloods
5
Q
why is CT/MRI done?
A
to exclude stroke
6
Q
why are bloods done?
A
to exclude hypoglycaemia or electrolyte imabalances
7
Q
what is the treatment for TGA?
A
spontaneous resolvement within 24hrs
