Rare Causes of Stroke: A Handbook

The second-leading cause of death and major cause of long-term disability worldwide is stroke, with rare and unknown causes receiving little attention due to heterogeneity and a poor understanding of clinical features. This book provides up-to-date guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of rare causes of stroke, including vasculitis, hypercoagulable states, hereditary and genetic factors, cardioembolism, vasculopathies, venous occlusive conditions, and bone disorders, through case reports concisely summarised by global leaders in the field. It aids clinicians in establishing an accurate diagnosis and improving risk assessment and family counselling.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 372 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Stroke, the second-leading cause of death and a significant contributor to long-term disability, profoundly impacts the quality of life on a global scale. Regrettably, strokes with rare and unknown causes often receive limited attention due to the heterogeneity of disorders and a limited understanding of their clinical characteristics. This rare sub-category of strokes presents considerable variations in their etiology, necessitating heightened clinical awareness for accurate recognition, evaluation, and treatment. This comprehensive book aims to provide up-to-date guidance through concise case reports, summarised by esteemed global experts in the field. These reports delve into the diagnosis and treatment of various rare causes of stroke, encompassing a wide range of conditions such as vasculitis, hypercoagulable states, hereditary and genetic factors, cardioembolism, vasculopathies, venous occlusive conditions, and bone disorders. By offering practical advice and algorithms, this book empowers clinicians to establish an accurate diagnosis through thorough evaluation of these patients, leading to early detection, improved risk assessment, and effective family counseling.

Weight: 646g
Dimension: 157 x 233 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108821254