Secondary Risk Reduction after Transient Ischemic Attack and Minor Stroke

Abstract

This article discusses the evolving definitions of transient ischemic attack and minor strokes, highlighting the shared risk factors and the similarities in approach and early management. It emphasizes the importance of early identification and basic workup for these patients, as well as the most effective early antithrombotic therapies to date. The article also emphasizes the significance of controlling risk factors and concludes with a discussion of treatment strategies based on specific stroke etiologies.

Keywords: Antithrombotic therapy; Minor stroke; Secondary stroke prevention; TIA; Vascular risk factors.