STROKE. COMPENDIUM FOR PRACTITIONERS - HALINA SIENKIEWICZ-JAROSZ

Discover a comprehensive source of knowledge on stroke, prepared specifically for practicing physicians and specialists. This invaluable compendium provides a synthetic presentation of the latest knowledge in the fields of epidemiology, risk factors, and methods for primary and secondary stroke prevention. Ensure you have access to up-to-date information to help you effectively diagnose and treat patients.

• Synthetic presentation of the latest knowledge on stroke
• Discussion of clinical symptoms in a neuroanatomical context
• Selection of diagnostic tests in accordance with current recommendations
• Principles of organizing patient care in the acute and chronic phases
• Discussion of rare causes of stroke and care for special patient populations
• Practical case descriptions illustrating the principles of management

Stroke is a serious health problem in Poland, both in clinical, social, and economic contexts. The aging of society means that this problem will intensify. It is estimated that between 2005 and 2025, the number of new cases of stroke in men may increase by 37%, and in women by about 38%. In stroke, it is crucial to start appropriate treatment and prevention quickly.

This compendium offers a synthetic presentation of the latest knowledge regarding the epidemiology, risk factors, and methods for primary and secondary stroke prevention. The clinical symptoms of stroke are discussed in a neuroanatomical context, allowing for a better understanding of the mechanisms of the disease and more effective diagnosis. In accordance with current recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of strokes, the selection of diagnostic tests and the principles of organizing patient care, as well as treatment in the acute and chronic phases, are presented.

The publication also discusses rare causes of stroke and care for special patient populations, such as pregnant women, young adults, people addicted to drugs and alcohol, and the most common psychosocial problems of patients. Case descriptions illustrate the principles of management in practice, making this compendium an extremely useful tool in the daily work of a physician.

The book, published by PZWL, contains 289 pages, format 234x152 mm, paperback. Year of publication: 2020. It is an invaluable source of knowledge for every practitioner who wants to stay up-to-date with the latest achievements in the field of stroke treatment.