Ten Reasons to See Your Doctor Nov 11, 2009
These are signs of a possible stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). Seek immediate emergency medical care if you experience any of the following: sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm or leg on one side of your body, sudden dimness, blurring or loss of vision, loss of speech, or trouble taking or understanding speech, a thunderclap headache, sudden dizziness, unsteadiness or a fall. (Suite101.com)
Stroke Rehabilitation Technology That's Fun And Can Be Used At Home Oct 11, 2009
29, 2009) One out of every eight strokes is preceded by a "warning stroke," which is a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or mild stroke, according to new. (Dec. (Science Daily)
Mini-Stroke Found to Precede 1 in 8 Strokes Oct 1, 2009
TUESDAY, Sept. 29 (HealthDay News) -- Just one of every eight strokes is preceded by a milder interruption of blood flow to the brain, called a transient ischemic attack (TIA), a new Canadian study shows. And because of that, the researchers conclude, such an attack is not the crucial warning sign that physicians need. (MEDLINEplus)
Pediatric Strokes More Than Twice As Common As Previously Reported Sep 22, 2009
(June 3, 2009) About half of all people who have a major stroke following a warning stroke (a transient ischemic attack or mild stroke) have it within 24 hours of the first event, according to new. (July 21, 2008) This is the first guidance on stroke in children from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. (Science Daily)
Cheap, Quick Bedside 'Eye Movement' Exam Outperforms MRI For Diagnosing Stroke In Patients Sep 21, 2009
While the vast majority of dizziness complaints are caused by benign inner-ear balance problems, about 4 percent are signals of stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA, a condition that often warns of impending stroke in the coming days or weeks). Because more than half of patients with dizziness who are experiencing strokes show none of the classic stroke symptoms one-sided weakness, numbness, or speech problems emergency room physicians are estimated to misdiagnose at least a third of them,... (Science Daily)
Attorney wants wrong-way driver exhumed Sep 3, 2009
Barbera said Schuler may have had a Transient Ischemic Attack, which produces stroke-like symptoms but no lasting damage. The Westchester County medical examiner's office found that Schuler, 36, had a blood alcohol level of. (CNN -- Law)
Video: RE-LY Trial Met Primary Outcome for Reducing Incidence of Stroke or Systemic Embolism in Non-valvular Atrial Fibrillation Patients Aug 31, 2009
e., previous ischemic stroke, transient ischemic attack, or systemic embolism, left ventricular dysfunction, age greater than or equal to 75 years, age greater than or equal to 65 years with either diabetes mellitus, history of coronary artery disease, or hypertension) were enrolled in the study for two years with a minimum follow-up period of one year. (1). (PR Newswire)
Simple Test May Identify Stroke Survivors At Risk Of Another Cardiovascular Event Aug 31, 2009
30, 2009) Measuring circulation in the ankle using a device similar to a blood pressure cuff can help identify asymptomatic peripheral artery disease (PAD) in stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) survivors, a group at much higher risk of subsequent cerebrovascular events, according to a study in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association. See also. (Science Daily)
Video: Phase III Head to Head Trial Showed Ticagrelor Reduced Cardiovascular Death and Heart Attacks Over Clopidogrel in Acute Coronary Syndromes Patients Aug 30, 2009
001); and a composite of cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, stroke, transient ischemic attack, recurrent cardiac ischemia, severe recurrent cardiac ischemia, and other arterial thrombotic events (14. 6% vs. 16. (PR Newswire)
Cancer patient loses his battle (1074) Aug 20, 2009
He quit in December 2008, after suffering a transient ischemic attack, sometimes known as a warning stroke. Soon afterward, however, he was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer, the most advanced level of the disease. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Cardiovascular Diseases: Researchers Have Found A Way To Treat Ischemic Pathologies Aug 19, 2009
6, 2009) Ultrasound can be used to determine a patient's heart risk after a transient ischemic attack. An evaluation of transcranial and extracranial Doppler ultrasonography has shown that both future stroke. (Science Daily)
GMA: Wrong Way Crash no Accident, Lawyer Aug 13, 2009
Since, Barbara and Daniel Schuler have said its possible Diane Schuler suffered a transient ischemic attack, or TIA, a mild stroke-like condition that can cause disorientation. Experts told ABCNews. (ABC News)
Quick wit helped nurse meet life's challenges Aug 11, 2009
The woman, who had suffered a transient ischemic attack, resulting in a sudden cut-off of blood to the brain, had presented a misleading appearance. Thank heaven they did not tie her toes together,'' Ms Murray said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Cardiovascular Risk After Ischemic Attack Predicted By Ultrasound Aug 6, 2009
6, 2009) Ultrasound can be used to determine a patient's heart risk after a transient ischemic attack (TIA). An evaluation of transcranial (TCD) and extracranial (ECD) Doppler ultrasonography, published in the journal BMC Medical Imaging, has shown that both future stroke and future cardiovascular ischemic events can be predicted by abnormal findings. (Science Daily)
An Eight-year mistake (2085) Jul 25, 2009
He only gave up the habit when he suffered a transient ischemic attack, sometimes known as a warning stroke. Quitting no longer was difficult, Gordon said. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
How can I avoid carotid-artery surgery? Jul 6, 2009
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is often a first sign and is a strong indicator of carotid-artery disease. Symptoms of a TIA are similar to those of a stroke but usually do not cause permanent damage. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Link found between history of periodontitis and cerebrovascular disease in men Jul 1, 2009
Cerebrovascular disease was defined as a stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) and follow-up lasted an average of 24 years. The results showed a significant association between periodontal bone loss and the incidence of stroke or TIA, independent of cardiovascular risk factors. (EurekAlert!)
Hodgkin Lymphoma Survivors Have Increased Risk Of Stroke And Transient Ischemic Attack Jun 26, 2009
The study was undertaken because information on clinically verified stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA), or a "mini stroke," following Hodgkin lymphoma is limited. In order to quantify the long-term risks, Flora E. van Leeuwen, Ph. (Science Daily)
Providence Tarzana Surgeon First in U.S. to Use New State-of-the-Art Imaging Tool Jun 23, 2009
In this case, the patient had suffered a transient ischemic attack (TIA,) or "mini-stroke.". "This picture is definitely better than I've seen. There's much better visibility and accuracy. I'm able to clearly see the vessels in deploying the stent," Dr. Nassoura said after the 90-minute procedure. (PR Newswire)
Hodgkin Lymphoma Survivors Face Stroke Risk Jun 19, 2009
The study was undertaken because information on clinically verified stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA), or a "mini stroke," following Hodgkin lymphoma is limited. In order to quantify the long-term risks, Flora E. van Leeuwen of the Department of Epidemiology at the Netherlands Cancer Institute in Amsterdam and colleagues studied 2,201 Hodgkin lymphoma survivors. (Newsmax)
Radiation May Raise Stroke Risk After Hodgkin's Jun 19, 2009
WEDNESDAY, June 17 (HealthDay News) -- Hodgkin's lymphoma survivors who are treated with radiation therapy have a greatly increased risk of stroke and transient ischemic attack, also called a "mini-stroke," new research has found ... 1 times more likely to experience a transient ischemic attack (TIA) than people in the general population. (MEDLINEplus)
View from this side: Im recovering from a stroke Jun 5, 2009
If you know what a T.I.A. (Transient Ischemic Attack) is, well, what happened to me was like T.I.A. in that I have all of my faculties intact but, as the female doctor-in-charge told me with a smile, But, Mr. Keys, the 45-minute trip into the MRI discovered the stroke. Yes, you had a stroke. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Suffer Stroke Symptoms? Second Strokes Often Follow Within Hours Jun 4, 2009
ScienceDaily (June 3, 2009) About half of all people who have a major stroke following a warning stroke (a transient ischemic attack or mild stroke) have it within 24 hours of the first event, according to research published in the June 2, 2009, print issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology ... "Our study highlights the need for someone who is experiencing the symptoms of a mini-stroke or transient ischemic attack to get to an emergency room fast," said... (Science Daily)
Mini-Stroke Can Mean Major One Within Hours Jun 3, 2009
MONDAY, June 1 (HealthDay News) -- About half the people who have a major stroke soon after a less serious brain event, such as a transient ischemic attack or "mini-stroke," do so within 24 hours of the minor event, a new study finds. The message here for people who have a TIA is to "seek medical attention immediately, particularly if you have either weakness or speech disturbance that lasts more than 10 minutes," said the study's senior author, Dr. Peter M. Rothwell, a professor of clinical... (MEDLINEplus)
Hildreth: Nanomedical technology: Worth paying attention to May 27, 2009
There are several good examples of this problem: First could be the resultant chronic transient ischemic attack in the brain because of gradual arterial restriction; second, periodic angina secondary to oxygen starvation in the heart muscle because of chronic arterial restriction causing ischemia to the heart, and; third, ongoing peripheral vascular disease with possible muscle cramping in the legs and/or numbness of the lower extremities due to inadequate oxygen to the lower extremities. Again,... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Reduce Stroke Risk May 15, 2009
These include adults 55 or older, African-Americans, and Hispanics, those with a family history of stroke, and people who have already had an attack or a transient ischemic attack (mini stroke). In addition, women are more likely to die from a stroke than men, although attacks are more common in men. (Newsmax)
Women Have More Non-Traditional Stroke Symptoms May 5, 2009
The U-M study examined ischemic strokes, the kind experienced by 80 percent of stroke victims, and transient ischemic attack, called mini-strokes because symptoms go away quickly. Researchers examined the cases of 461 men and women and classified their symptoms as either traditional or non-traditional. (Newsmax)
Controlling Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Adds Up to Prevent Stroke Apr 30, 2009
The Stroke Prevention by Aggressive Reduction in Cholesterol Levels (SPARCL) study involved 4,731 people who had a recent stroke or transient ischemic attack, or mini stroke. Half received the cholesterol-lowering drug atorvastatin, and half received a placebo. (PR Newswire)
Aspirin helps postmenopausal women Mar 13, 2009
In this study, researchers analyzed data from 8,928 postmenopausal women who had previously had a heart attack, stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA, or mini-stroke), angina, or angioplasty or coronary bypass surgery to improve blood flow. Participants were followed for an average of 6. (India Times, India)
Statins Help Elderly as Well as Young After Stroke Mar 10, 2009
The study compared the risks and benefits of taking high-dose atorvastatin (brand name Lipitor) versus an inactive placebo for patients who had recently had a stroke or a so-called TIA, or transient ischemic attack. TIAs are sometimes called mini-strokes, but experts say the condition is far from trivial. (MEDLINEplus)
Women Less Likely To Have A Stroke After Mini-stroke Mar 4, 2009
Data show 30 days after a transient ischemic attack (TIA), women are 30 percent less likely to have a stroke, 14 percent less likely to have heart-related problems and 26 percent less likely to die than men of the same age, the researchers said ... Elderly Women Have Lower Rates of Stroke, Cardiovascular Events, and Mortality After Hospitalization for Transient Ischemic Attack. (Science Daily)
Women Less Likely To Receive Critical Care After A Stroke, Researchers Find Feb 25, 2009
23, 2009) A new study shows 30 days after a transient ischemic attack, women are 30 percent less likely to have a stroke than men. The analysis, including hospitalization records for more than 122,000 patients. (Science Daily)
Coffee or Tea Consumption May Lower Stroke Risk Feb 24, 2009
8 percent) had self-reported stroke symptoms or a mini-stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack. When he looked at stroke prevalence and coffee drinking, Liebeskind found that the more coffee the adults drank, the less likely they were to have a stroke or a mini-stroke. (MEDLINEplus)
Coffee Cuts Stroke Risk in Women Feb 17, 2009
Three letters could save your life, TIA. They stand for transient ischemic attack or mini-stroke and can warn of a deadly future attack. What has caused your difficulty in swallowing. (WebMD)
Large Waist Size a Good Predictor of Stroke Risk Feb 7, 2009
A large waistline seems to be a better indicator of a person's risk for suffering a stroke or mini-stroke, also known as "transient ischemic attack" or TIA, than a person's overall body weight, they report. Dr. Tobias Back at Saxon Hospital Arnsdorf in Arnsdorf/Dresden and colleagues investigated the extent to which various markers of obesity were associated with the risk of stroke or mini-stroke in 379 adults with a history of stroke or TIA and 758 stroke-free controls of similar age and... (MEDLINEplus)
Stroke Deaths Unexplained by Customary Risk Factors Feb 7, 2009
The national Reasons for Geographic And Racial Differences in Stroke (REGARDS) Study included nearly 24,000 subjects age 45 years and older without a history of stroke or transient ischemic attack (a "mini stroke."). About half the subjects lived in the eight states comprising the stroke belt, while the others were from the other 40 contiguous states, they report in the Annals of Neurology. (MEDLINEplus)
Quick Stroke Treatment Improves Outcomes Feb 7, 2009
THURSDAY, Feb. 5 (HealthDay News) -- Rapid assessment and treatment in a specialist emergency outpatient clinic reduces death, disability, costs and hospital bed-days experienced by patients who suffer a minor stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA), British researchers report. The results represent the second part of what is known as the EXPRESS study. (MEDLINEplus)
