Symptoms
Hemiplegia, aphasia, facial droop, vision loss.
Risk Factors
Hypertension, atrial fibrillation, diabetes, smoking.
Complications
Cerebral edema, hemorrhagic transformation, aspiration pneumonia.
Prevention
Anticoagulation in AF, BP control, lifestyle modification.
Procedures
IV thrombolysis (tPA), mechanical thrombectomy, supportive care, rehabilitation.