Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

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Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems.Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems.
 Should I have carotid endarterectomy for stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA)?

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 Anticoagulants: Vitamin K and your diet
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Interactive tools help people determine health risks, ideal weight, target heart rate, and more.Interactive tools are designed to help people determine health risks, ideal weight, target heart rate, and more.
 Interactive Tool: What Is Your Risk for a Stroke if You Have Atrial Fibrillation?

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Author: Robin Parks, MSLast Updated: February 26, 2008
Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Karin M. Lindholm, DO - Neurology

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