The Changing face of transient ischaemic attacks

dc.contributor.author	Mettananda, K. C. D.
dc.contributor.author	Ranawaka, U. K.
dc.date.accessioned	2020-08-17T09:16:52Z
dc.date.available	2020-08-17T09:16:52Z
dc.date.issued	2019
dc.identifier.citation	Journal of the Ceylon College of Physicians. 2019; 50(2):64–68.	en_US
dc.identifier.issn	2448-9514
dc.identifier.uri	http://repository.kln.ac.lk/handle/123456789/21259
dc.description	Not indexed in MEDLINE	en_US
dc.description.abstract	ABSTRACT: A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is a major warning of an impending stroke. The risk of recurrent TIA or stroke is highest during the first 24 hours. 80% of recurrence risk is reduced with early initiation of effective treatment. Many things have changed regarding TIAs over the last decade. The definition of TIA has changed from a time-based to a tissue-based one. Strategies for investigation and treatment have changed, with specialist evaluation and management recommended for all TIAs within 24 hours of symptom onset. Dedicated TIA clinics have revolutionized the approach to TIA management. Improving awareness on early recognition and establishing pathways for rapid delivery of optimal care for TIAs will go a long way in minimizing the burden of stroke in Sri Lanka. KEYWORDS: Transient ischaemic attacks, Stroke, prevention, NICE 2019 guidelines, Sri Lanka	en_US
dc.language.iso	en_US	en_US
dc.publisher	Ceylon College of Physicians	en_US
dc.title	The Changing face of transient ischaemic attacks	en_US
dc.type	Article	en_US

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