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Guidelines for the Prevention of Stroke in Patients With Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack: A Guideline for Healthcare Professionals From the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association
Overview
This is a 2021 update of the 2014 guideline on prevention of secondary stroke. Modifications have enhanced "user friendliness" and added information about knowledge gaps and future research. Check out the "Top 10 Take Home Messages" at the beginning of the guideline.
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Date: July 1, 2014
Contact: practice@apta.org
Content Type: CPG
Middle Aged (45-64), Young Adult (19-24), Aged (65+), 80 and over (80+), Adult (25-44)
Kernan WN, Ovbiagele B, Black HR, et al; American Heart Association Stroke Council, Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing, Council on Clinical Cardiology, and Council on Peripheral Vascular Disease
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