(G45) Transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes

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13 831 692 in individuals diagnosis transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes confirmed
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20 623 deaths with diagnosis transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes

Diagnosis transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes is diagnosed Women are 18.29% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes

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Women receive the diagnosis transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes

13 221 (0.2 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes - Men and Women aged 75-79

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes - what does this mean

Transient cerebral ischaemic attacks (tias) and related syndromes are caused by a temporary disruption of blood flow to the brain, resulting in a range of neurological symptoms such as difficulty speaking or understanding, numbness or weakness in the face, arm or leg, and vision problems. these episodes can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours. risk factors for tias include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, and heart disease.

What happens during the disease - transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes

Transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes are caused by a temporary reduction in blood flow to the brain, resulting in a lack of oxygen and nutrients to the brain cells. this can be due to a number of factors, including blockages in the arteries that supply blood to the brain, a decrease in the production of blood cells, or a decrease in the heart's ability to pump blood. these conditions can be caused by a variety of medical conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, and atherosclerosis.

Clinical Pattern

Transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes are conditions characterized by temporary episodes of neurological dysfunction caused by a sudden decrease in blood flow to the brain. Symptoms can include dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, weakness, numbness, and difficulty speaking. These episodes may last anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes. Treatment may include lifestyle changes, medications, and/or surgery to improve blood flow to the brain.

How does a doctor diagnose

  • Clinical history and physical examination
  • Neuroimaging (CT or MRI)
  • Cerebral angiography
  • Transcranial Doppler (TCD) ultrasound
  • Cerebral perfusion scintigraphy
  • Carotid duplex ultrasound
  • Electroencephalography (EEG)
  • Electromyography (EMG)
  • Lumbar puncture
  • Blood tests (e.g. to check for infection or inflammation)
  • Cardiac monitoring

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of recurrent transient ischaemic attack (TIA) and stroke.
  • Monitoring and managing risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and atrial fibrillation.
  • Lifestyle modification including quitting smoking, eating a healthy diet, and engaging in regular physical activity.
  • Medication to reduce the risk of blood clots such as anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs.
  • Surgery to prevent stroke in certain cases, such as carotid endarterectomy.
  • Rehabilitation to improve physical, cognitive, and psychological functioning.
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12 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes - Prevention

The best way to prevent transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including avoiding smoking, controlling hypertension, controlling cholesterol levels, and exercising regularly. additionally, it is important to manage any underlying medical conditions, such as diabetes or high blood pressure, and to take any prescribed medications as prescribed.

Specified forms of the disease

(G45.0) Vertebro-basilar artery syndrome
(G45.1) Carotid artery syndrome (hemispheric)
(G45.2) Multiple and bilateral precerebral artery syndromes
(G45.3) Amaurosis fugax
(G45.4) Transient global amnesia
(G45.8) Other transient cerebral ischaemic attacks and related syndromes
(G45.9) Transient cerebral ischaemic attack, unspecified