How Would You Prevent Subsequent Strokes in This Patient? Grand Rounds Discussion From Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Stroke remains a major cause of morbidity, mortality, and disability, and having one stroke puts patients at risk for further strokes. The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association guidelines on secondary stroke prevention provide the basis for a discussion between 2 experts about monitoring for further stroke in a patient, as well as determining the best therapeutic strategy.