Transient Ischemic Attack

The transient ischemic attack is a neurological emergency which is a clinical view of focal cerebral, retinal, or spinal dysfunction that lasts less than an hour, without any detectable acute infarction in neurological imaging methods. TIA is a serious warning for ischemic stroke, and this risk is particularly high in the first 48 hours. Following TIAs, approximately 10-15% of patients undergo stroke in 90 days and about half of these patients suffer a stroke in the first two days. Neuroimaging and laboratory studies should be performed quickly to reveal the etiology and to reduce the risk of stroke that may develop in patients present with TIA. Therapeutic and preventive interventions should be started as soon as possible. With early diagnosis and treatment, the risk of a 90-day stroke in these patients can be reduced by 80%. In addition to antiplatelet and anticoagulant treatments, aggressive control of blood pressure, regulation of blood sugar, statin, dietary recommendations, exercise, and managing the other underlying specific conditions should be started quickly.