Ep 207 – Transient ischaemic attack
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson looks at one of the most time-sensitive diagnoses in general practice: the transient ischaemic attack, or TIA. Often underestimated because symptoms resolve quickly, a TIA is in fact a powerful warning sign of an impending ischaemic stroke. For GPs, recognising and responding to this brief neurological event can make the difference between prevention and long-term disability. Here we break down the modern tissue-based definition of TIA, highlighting how it differs from older time-based concepts and why that matters in our clinical practice. We also explore…
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