Cerebrovascular Disorders Flashcards
(6 cards)
An acute focal neurological deficit that resolves within 24 hours
TIA
What are the risk factors associated with TIA?
HTN, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, smoking, AIDS
What ABCD2 scores requires hospital admission?
3 or more
What factors are involved with ABCD2?
Age Duration of symptoms Diabetes Clinical Symptoms Blood Pressure
When is daily ASA indicated for TIA?
a non-cardiac related emboli
When are anticoagulants indicated in a TIA?
a cardiac related emboli, particularly A-fib