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Abstract 018: External carotid artery Pseudo aneurysm induced Internal Carotid Artery compression causing acute ischemic stroke

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

Repeat CT head did not show stroke.ConclusionA Pseudo aneurysm is characterized by a rupture of the arterial wall and the formation of an aneurysmal sac by the adjacent structures while the sustaining artery remains intact. Two of seven symptomatic PSAs manifested with episodes of massive hemorrhage (3).

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Abstract WP26: Determinants of Neuropsychological Function after Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

Stroke Journal

Introduction:Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) survivors suffer cognitive and behavioral challenges preventing their return to work and social activities. Clinical variables, modified Rankin score (mRS) at discharge, hemorrhage volume, and the occurrence of vasospasm or new ischemia during hospitalization were collected.

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Abstract TP153: Review of Hospital Outcomes for Aneurysm Securement in SAH at a Midwest Comprehensive Stroke Center

Stroke Journal

Background:According to the 2023 guidelines for the management of patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhages (SAH), early treatment of ruptured aneurysms reduces the risk of repeated bleeds and facilitates treatment of delayed cerebral ischemia. No differences were noted in the size or location of aneurysm.

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Emergency Department Syncope Workup: After H and P, ECG is the Only Test Required for Every Patient.

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

I have used this to educate our residents, and I think they find it useful. Look for Vascular Etiology -- think of these while doing H and P: --Bleeding: ruptured AAA, GI bleed, ruptured ectopic pregnancy, other spontaneous bleed such as mesenteric aneurysms. It is NOT a structured review or meta-analysis. of ED visits.