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Acute Stroke Management in the First 24 Hours provides a concise, practical guide to the critical initial management of acute stroke patients. This essential resource offers clinicians a readily accessible overview of best practices for stroke care, focusing on the crucial interventions required within the first 24 hours of symptom onset. Chapters cover initial assessment, neuroimaging interpretation, thrombolysis, endovascular therapy, and the management of common complications such as elevated blood pressure and cerebral edema.

The book emphasizes evidence-based protocols and decision-making algorithms to guide clinicians through the complexities of acute stroke treatment. It addresses key aspects of stroke unit organization and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to care. Specific topics include the use of intravenous thrombolysis with alteplase, patient selection criteria for endovascular thrombectomy, and strategies for preventing secondary brain injury. Furthermore, it delves into the nuances of managing specific stroke subtypes, such as large vessel occlusion and hemorrhagic stroke.

With its focus on practical application, this guide is an indispensable tool for neurologists, emergency physicians, stroke nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of acute stroke patients, providing them with the knowledge and skills necessary to optimize patient outcomes. It also serves as a valuable educational resource for trainees in these fields. The book also covers aspects of post-stroke rehabilitation and long-term management considerations initiated during the acute phase.