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Stroke occurs when an artery supplying blood to a part of the brain suddenly becomes blocked or bleeds. This can damage part of the brain, which in turn impairs a range of functions including movement of body parts and communication.
The following websites provide a range of information on stroke:
or follow the links below to related HealthInsite topics and other information on stroke.
Reviewed September 2007
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Prevention of Stroke
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Links to information on stroke prevention.
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Living with Stroke
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Links to information on living with stroke, including dietary advice and support services.
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Treatments for Stroke
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Links to information on the different procedures and treatments for stroke.
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Stroke Support Services
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Links to information about support services, counselling and contacts for people affected by stroke.
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Stroke Statistics
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Links to statistical information on stroke.
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Stroke (cerebrovascular accident - CVA)
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of stroke by professional health specialists.
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Feb 2008
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Stroke: are there warning signs?
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myDr
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By recognising the warning signs of a stroke and taking quick action, you could save your life and reduce the chance of permanent brain damage.
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Jan 2008
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Stroke: can it be cured?
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myDr
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There is no known drug which can eliminate the possibility of a stroke or offer a guaranteed cure.
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Jan 2008
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Early testing
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National Stroke Foundation (NSF)
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Early assessment of stroke: If you experience any of the signs of stroke , call 000 immediately. Immediate medical treatment can save your life and reduce the risk of permanent brain damage. It is very important that you get to hospital for an immediate assessment by a doctor.
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Oct 2007
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What is strokesafe?
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National Stroke Foundation (NSF)
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In 2004, the National Stroke Foundation developed strokesafe", a public health campaign to address the escalating rise of stroke in Australia. Over recent years, the rate of stroke has increased due to an ageing population and it is now the second biggest killer in the community.
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Sep 2007
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Treatments for Stroke
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HealthInsite Topic Page
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Links to information on the different procedures and treatments for stroke.
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Sep 2007
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First aid when stroke strikes
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myDr
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Some helpful tips on first aid for stroke and what to do when someone is having a stroke.
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Sep 2007
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Signs of stroke
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National Stroke Foundation (NSF)
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There are often early signs of stroke. These can include numbness of the face, difficulty speaking, dizziness and loss of vision.
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Sep 2007
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What is a stroke?
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National Stroke Foundation (NSF)
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Stroke (also known as cerebrovascular disease) occurs when the supply of blood to the brain is suddenly disrupted. Blood is carried to the brain by blood vessels called arteries. Blood may stop moving through an artery because the artery is blocked by a blood clot or plaque, or because the artery breaks or bursts.
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Sep 2007
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Organised inpatient (stroke unit) care for stroke
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Organised stroke unit care is a form of care provided in hospital by nurses, doctors and therapists who specialise in looking after stroke patients and work as a co-ordinated team. This review of 31 trials, involving 6936 participants, showed that patie...
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Aug 2007
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Stroke - the after effects
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Better Health Channel
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A stroke is caused by either the blockage or rupture of a blood vessel within the brain or a rupture of a blood vessel surrounding the brain. The effects depend on which part of the brain was targeted and how severely. A person who suffers from a small stroke may recover, while a larger stroke can lead to permanent disabilities.
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Aug 2006
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TIA: Transient Ischaemic Attack
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myDr
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Transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs) happen when there is a lack of oxygen getting to the brain, usually due to poor blood supply from narrowed arteries.
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Jun 2006
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Early management of acute stroke
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Australian Prescriber
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Most patients with a stroke or a transient ischaemic attack require urgent imaging to determine the cause of their symptoms and to guide treatment. Stroke unit care, where available, can facilitate effective use of acute treatments (aspirin and thrombolytic therapy), good multidisciplinary care and early secondary prevention.
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Oct 2004
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In-hospital care pathways for stroke
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Care in a hospital stroke unit can reduce the risks of death and disability after stroke. Care pathways aim to promote organised and efficient patient care based on the best evidence and guidelines. The review found that patients treated within a care p...
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Jun 2004
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Anticoagulants for acute ischaemic stroke
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Millions of people around the world have strokes every year. Most strokes take place when a blood clot forms or gets stuck in a blood vessel leading to the brain. Without a proper blood supply, the brain quickly suffers damage, which can be permanent. T...
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Mar 2004
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Magnetic resonance angiography of the cerebrovascular system
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Australian Prescriber
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Arterial blood flow is not shown clearly by magnetic resonance imaging, but it can be revealed by magnetic resonance angiography. This technique manipulates the signal from blood so that the vessels are distinguished from the surrounding tissues.
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Dec 2001
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