Prevalence, predictors and prognosis of incidental intracranial aneurysms in patients with suspected TIA and minor stroke: a population-based study and systematic review.

Robert HurfordIsabel TaveiraWilhelm KükerPeter M Rothwellnull null

Published in: Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry (2020)

The 5% prevalence of UIA in patients with confirmed TIA/minor stroke is likely higher than that in the general population. However, the risk of SAH on intensive medical treatment and guideline-based management/monitoring is low.

Keyphrases

systematic review
atrial fibrillation
risk factors
healthcare
meta analyses
cerebral ischemia
combination therapy