Stroke Treatment and Prevention: An Evidence-based Approach

ISBN: 0521101689

Author: Hankey, Graeme

Condition: New

Product Description This invaluable reference provides clinicians caring for stroke patients with evidence for best practice in stroke treatment and secondary prevention. It describes all available treatments, and, where available, the highest level of evidence for their safety and effectiveness. The evidence for each treatment is followed by the author's interpretations, and the implications of the evidence in the care of stroke patients. The volume is therefore an essential resource for clinicians, translating into practice advances that have been made in the treatment and prevention of stroke, and suggesting the most appropriate interventions. Review "...an essential resource for clinicans, translating into practice advances that have been made in the treatment and prevention of stroke, and suggesting the most appropriate interventions." -ACNR[It] is highly recommended for all those with an interest in cerebrovascular disease. In this excellent text, Dr. Hankey thoughtfully and effectively provides readers with discussions of the most important topics related to stroke, evaluated using the evidence-based approach that will ultimately help deliver the best care for these patients." Norberto Andaluz, Mario Zuccarello, Journal of Neurosurgery Book Description An essential resource for clinicians, translating into practice advances that have been made in the treatment and prevention of stroke. About the Author Graeme Hankey is Head of the Stroke Unit at Royal Perth Hospital in Western Australia. His research is in epidemiological studies and clinical trials for acute stroke and stroke prevention. He is an associate editor of Stroke, an editorial board member of the Cochrane Stroke Review Group and other publications, and the author of several previous books in the area.