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by Adnan ahmed
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Definition of Stroke
Disruption of blood flow to the brain or part of the
brain due to a blood clot or haemorrhage (internal
bleeding)
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Classification of Stroke
Two major categories:
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Hemorrhagic Stroke
Hypertension is the most
common cause of
intracerebral hemorrhage.
Other causes:
Berry aneurysm which occur
in younger people bcoz of
ballooned blood vessels
which may rupture and may
cause death.
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Risk Factors for Stroke
Although some strokes occur without warning, most
stroke victims have prior risk factors.
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Well-Documented
Well-Documented
Modifiable
Modifiable Risk
Risk Factors
Factors
Physical Inactivity
Poor Diet/Nutrition
Alcohol Abuse
Drug Abuse
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Non-modifiable Risk Factors
Age (35 or above 35)
Sex (common in males)
Family History
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Stroke Diagnosis
Signs and Symptoms of Stroke
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Signs and Symptoms of Stroke
Consider in anyone
who has:
Sudden numbness or
weakness of face, arm, or leg,
especially on one side of the
body
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Signs and Symptoms of Stroke
Sudden trouble seeing in one
or both eyes
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Signs and Symptoms of Stroke
THIS IS A LIFE THREATENING EMERGENCY!
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Stroke Signs and Symptoms: Hemorrhagic Stroke
May present similar to Ischemic
stroke.
Distinguishing Features:
Appear more seriously ill
Severe headache
Alteration in consciousness
Nausea and/or vomiting
Neck pain
Intolerance of noise or light
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Emergency Diagnostic Studies
Anticoagulants and
fibrinolytic agents
should be withheld
until CT has ruled out
a brain hemorrhage.
Hemorrhagic Stroke
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Differential Diagnosis:
Unrecognized seizures
Confusional states
Syncope
Toxic or metabolic disorders
Hypoglycemia
Brain tumors
Subdural hematoma
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Conclusion:
The challenge with these therapies is that they
require administration within hours of stroke
onset, making the following measures
imperative: