| 1.) |
What is a transient ischemic attack (TIA)? |
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| 2.) |
How do you diagnose TIA? |
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| 3.) |
In carotid artery disease, what physical findings may be present? |
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| 4.) |
In addition to carotid disease, what else could cause TIA's like this patient had? |
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| 5.) |
What is the mechanism for a TIA due to carotid disease? |
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| 6.) |
How would you evaluate this patient? |
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| 7.) |
Why is the workup urgent? |
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| 8.) |
What immediate treatment will you give even while you are doing the workup? |
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| 9.) |
What are indications for surgery in carotid disease? |
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| 10.) |
If you do not operate on this patient, what is her risk of stroke? |
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| 11.) |
What is an acceptable risk of mortality or major stroke if you operate on this patient? |
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