Clinical Review

Transient Ischemic Attack: What You Need to Know

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In a recent study, almost a third of primary care presentations consistent with transient ischemic attack were not followed up for at least a month-even though a TIA precedes roughly one in four strokes. The authors explore the relationship between TIA and stroke and outline an appropriately aggressive approach to diagnosis and management of suspected TIA.


 

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