Initial evaluation of causes of stroke in frail older adults

Pippa Tyrrell, Sharon Swain, Anthony Rudd

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    Abstract

    The investigation and management of stroke has changed beyond recognition in the last two decades. The management of frail older patients with stroke represents a particular clinical challenge. Recognition of symptoms in people with significant comorbidities may be difficult and while intensive investigation may be inappropriate for a very frail aging patient, older people can gain a great deal from expert treatment and secondary prevention following stroke.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)146-151
    Number of pages5
    JournalGeriatrics and Aging
    Volume12
    Issue number3
    Publication statusPublished - Apr 2009

    Keywords

    • Frail older adults
    • Intracerebral hemorrhage
    • Ischemic stroke
    • Stroke

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