
pmid: 26168589
pmc: PMC6170115
Approximately 20-25% of all acute strokes occur in the posterior circulation. These strokes can be rather difficult to diagnose because they present in such diverse ways, and can easily be mistaken for more benign entities. A fastidious history, physical exam, high clinical suspicion, and appropriate use of imaging are essential for the emergency physician to properly diagnose and treat these patients. Expert stroke neurologist consultation should be utilized liberally.
Diagnosis, Differential, Diagnostic Imaging, Stroke, Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency, Brain, Humans, Thrombolytic Therapy, Medical History Taking, Physical Examination
Diagnosis, Differential, Diagnostic Imaging, Stroke, Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency, Brain, Humans, Thrombolytic Therapy, Medical History Taking, Physical Examination
| selected citations These citations are derived from selected sources. This is an alternative to the "Influence" indicator, which also reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically). | 8 | |
| popularity This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network. | Average | |
| influence This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically). | Average | |
| impulse This indicator reflects the initial momentum of an article directly after its publication, based on the underlying citation network. | Average |
