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Stroke Prevention Center at NNA

The Stroke Prevention Center at NNA was developed to provide proactive diagnosis and preventative treatments for patients at risk for stroke, and to provide comprehensive care, rehabilitation and education to patients who have already suffered a stroke.

Our team of specialty-trained physicians, nurses and allied medical staff, along with the newest technologies in diagnostic procedures, allow for a streamlined continuum of care conveniently located in the outpatient setting.

What is a Stroke?

A stroke is a "brain attack" that occurs when blood flow to an area of the brain is interrupted. Stroke is the No.1 cause of chronic adult disability in the U.S. and affects 750,000 people annually in all age groups.

The risk of stroke can be reduced through heightened awareness of risk factors and warning signs - such as TIAs - and by seeking care immediately after the appearance of stroke symptoms.

TIA Clinic - Immediate Specialized Care For Transient Ischemic Attack Patients

The right care at the right time at the right place

Because we recognize the importance of immediate care for patients who have suffered a TIA or experienced stroke symptoms, we have arranged open access for urgent treatment of these patients in our office.

If the patient has experienced weakness, language deficit or vision loss within the last week and if symptoms are still present, the patient should go to the ER.

TIA Clinic Hotline: 330.572.1011

NNA's TIA Clinic offers these benefits:

• Patient is seen the same day referred or first thing the next morning.
• Clinic neurologists are specialty trained in stroke and cerebrovascular disease.
• Patient receives a complete, coordinated outpatient workup, which may include:
• Physician consultation
• MRI/MRA of the brain
• MRA carotids, Circle of Willis
• Echocardiogram, EKG, blood tests
• On–site 1.5T high-resolution MRI to speed diagnosis and treatment
• Individualized stroke prevention plans that may include newer medications and lifestyle changes
• Coordinated services for rehabilitation, education and patient support programs
• TIA Clinic at NNA is an approved site for several stroke clinical research trials.

TIA Clinic - An innovative approach to stroke prevention

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Transient Ischemic Attacks - A Warning Sign Of Stroke

Transient Ischemic Attacks, also called TIA's or mini-strokes, are brief episodes of stroke symptoms that typically last less than 24 hours. Generally, no permanent loss of abilities is noticed after a TIA.

The symptoms of TIA may include:

• Numbness or weakness of face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
• Sudden lack of coordination
• Confusion, trouble speaking or understanding
• Vision disturbance in one or both eyes
• Trouble walking or sudden dizziness
• Severe headache with no known cause
• Unexplained nausea or vomiting

Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek immediate medical care.

Quick Facts About TIA

An estimated 300,000 transient ischemic attacks occur every year. 15% of all stroke patients will have experienced a TIA prior to the stroke. Studies show that more than 25% of TIA patients will have a stroke or other adverse event. 10-15% will return to the emergency department with a stroke within 90 days, and half of these occur within 3 days.

Studies show the risk of stroke after TIA is:

• 10% after 7 days
• 14% after 30 days
• 18% after 90 days

After a minor stroke, the risk of recurrence is even greater:

• 11.5% after 7 days
• 15% after 30 days
• 18.5% after 90 days

Proper preventative medical treatments and lifestyle changes can significantly reduce the risk of future strokes.