transient ischaemic attack

Question 1

what is TIA?

Answer 1

a temporary blockage of the part of the brain, usually by a thrombus

symptoms last for <24 hour

Question 2

what are the symptoms of TIA?

same as stroke

Answer 2

Loss of Speech
Loss of Sensation
Loss of Vision
Loss of Co-ordination
Loss of Power
Loss of Consciousness
Headache
Vomiting
Neck Stiffness
Photophobia

Question 3

what are the 3 signs of TIA?

Answer 3

Carotid Bruit Heart murmur; Atrial Fibrillation Raised Blood Pressure

Question 4

what 6 investigations are used to diagnose TIA?

Answer 4

CT
MRI
CXR
ECG
Bloods - FBC, U&E, EST, Glucose, Lipids
Carotid Doppler

Question 5

what treatment is used?

Answer 5

Control Risk Factors = Hypertension, Hyperlipidaemia, Diabetes Mellitus

Stop Smoking

Antiplatelets Drugs = Clopidogrel

Warfarin

Carotid Endocartectomy