Ischemic Posterior Circulation Stroke: A Review of Anatomy, Clinical Presentations, Diagnosis, and Current Management Journal Article

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Authors: Nouh, A; Remke, J; Ruland, S
Article Title: Ischemic Posterior Circulation Stroke: A Review of Anatomy, Clinical Presentations, Diagnosis, and Current Management
Abstract: Posterior circulation strokes represent approximately 20% of all ischemic strokes (1, 2). In contrast to the anterior circulation, several differences in presenting symptoms, clinical evaluation, diagnostic testing, and management strategy exist presenting a challenge to the treating physician. This review will discuss the anatomical, etiological, and clinical classification of PC strokes, identify diagnostic pitfalls, and overview current therapeutic regimens.
Journal Title: Frontiers in neurology
Volume: 5
ISSN: 1664-2295; 1664-2295
Publisher: Unknown  
Date Published: 2014
Start Page: 30
Language: ENG
DOI/URL:

10.3389/fneur.2014.00030
Notes: JID: 101546899; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014 [ecollection]; 2013/11/15 [received]; 2014/03/04 [accepted]; 2014/04/07 [epublish]; epublish