SAH = Subarachnoid Haemorrhage
Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441958/
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Fancy fact: But is it hemorrhage or haemorrhage? This is another US/UK spelling match – we like our a’s in the UK. Neither is wrong.
Tag: cva
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Tell me about the treatment of ischaemic CVAs
This post refers to treatment in hospital and the potential for future treatment pre-hospitally. Ischaemic CVAs are usually treated with thrombolysis using IV alteplase within 4.5 hours from symptom onset and after a CT scan and diagnosis, but there are new tests and treatments coming out and many other factors to consider.
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Tell me about ischaemic CVAs
These are strokes that are caused by a blockage in the blood flow to the brain. They may be treated with thrombolysis if not contra-indicated
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What is the third most common cause of adult death?
Also: What can cause adult disability?
According to Haran et al (2016), ‘Stroke is the third most common cause of death and largest cause of adult disability’
Haran et al, 2016, ‘Hyperacute stroke unit training for paramedics’, Journal of Paramedic Practice, Vol. 8. No. 10