Hospital admission & neurological consultations associated with improved TIA care quality

(Regenstrief Institute) Patients with a transient ischemic attack (TIA), also known as mini-stroke, are at high risk of more vascular events, including repeated TIAs, stroke and death yet are less likely to be admitted to the hospital for treatment than patients with stroke. Hospital admission and being seen by a neurologist are associated with better quality care according to a new study.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news