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ED Legal Letter – April 1, 2004

April 1, 2004

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  • TPA in ischemic stroke: Diagnosis is one thing, but timing is everything

    Public awareness of the symptoms of stroke has increased the frequency of emergency department visits by patients with this complex chief complaint. Often, subtle symptoms may or may not represent a cerebral infarct. This issue of ED Legal Letter will review the diagnosis, management, and follow-up of patients with both transient ischemic attack and cerebral vascular accidents. Appropriate diagnosis and treatment will prevent subsequent permanent disability and potential litigation.