Each year in the United States 200,000–500,00bstract: 500,000 people have a transient ischemic attack (TIA). These episodes of brief neurologic deficits were thought to be fairly benign, but this view ...

In a large multicenter cohort, dual antiplatelet therapy showed the greatest 90 day benefit when started within 24 hours ...

Share on Pinterest Transient ischemic attacks may result in 1 year of chronic fatigue, a new study finds. Image credit: Westend61/Getty Images. Transient ischemic attacks occur when there is a ...

Mini stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a short period of symptoms that are similar to that of a stroke. It is like a temporary stroke wherein there's a temporary lack of blood ...

Transient ischemic attack is like a warning stroke, hence lifestyle modifications along with medical and surgical intervention when required can prevent subsequent stroke. Since the risk of a ...

In the U.S., a person has a stroke every 40 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — making strokes just as widespread as they are dangerous. There are different ...

Symptoms of transient ischemic attack (TIA) are not uniform for all individuals and depend on the area of the brain involved in the attack. The symptoms are identical to those of stroke but caused by ...

A 39-year-old right-handed man presented to his family physician with sudden-onset weakness in his right arm and leg that had lasted 10 minutes and resolved completely. In the year before presentation ...

Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), or mini-strokes, are brief neurological episodes signaling serious stroke risk. Recognizing symptoms like blurred vision or weakness is crucial. Early intervention, ...

Two neurologists argue that calling T.I.A.s what they are — minor strokes — could prompt patients to seek the help they need more quickly. By Paula Span On a recent afternoon in Bastrop, Texas, Janet ...