More Case Studies in Stroke: Common and Uncommon Presentations

Stroke is the leading cause of permanent  disability, including post-stroke dementia, pain, depression, and  personality changes. While large clinical trials reflect information  about large stroke populations, the presentation of each and every  stroke patient is individual and special. More Case Studies in Stroke  presents a new selection of stroke cases from seven countries prepared  by practising stroke physicians. The book includes both common and  unusual cases, as well as misleading cases of diseases mimicking stroke.  The aim is to reinforce diagnostic skills through careful analysis of  individual presenting patterns, and to guide treatment decisions. Each  case consists of a clinical history, examination findings and special  investigations, followed by diagnosis and discussion. The outline of the  actual diagnostic process, including the use of modern diagnostic  tools, decision making and course, challenge the reader at all stages of  their career from medical students to neurologists and stroke  physicians.