Stroke & Rehabilitation Update

Explore the latest developments in stroke diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation in this comprehensive physician grand rounds presentation. Delve into the distinctions between strokes and TIAs, examine the causes and locations of ischemic strokes, and learn to identify key symptoms. Discover the differential diagnosis process, risk factors, and essential workup procedures for TIAs and strokes. Gain insights into cutting-edge treatments for both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, including large ischemic strokes and carotid stenosis management. Understand the prognosis for hemorrhagic strokes and explore strategies for ischemic stroke prevention. Examine the importance of comprehensive rehabilitation and stroke centers, and learn about crucial guidelines and measures for acute stroke evaluation and timely treatment.

Intro
What are strokes?
Stroke or TIA?
Ischemic Stroke: Causes and location
Symptoms of ischemic stroke
Differential Diagnosis
Risk factors for stroke
Workup of TIA or Stroke
Treatment of ischemic stroke
Large ischemic strokes
Carotid stenosis workup and treatment
Treatment of hemorrhagic stroke
Hemorrhagic strokes: Prognosis
Prevention of Ischemic Strokes
Rehabilitation for stroke
Comprehensive Rehabilitation
Stroke Centers, Guidelines
Measures for Stroke/rehab i Acute stroke evaluation/door to needle timing