2021 Guideline for the Prevention of Stroke in Patients With Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack: A Guideline From the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association

Dawn Kleindorfer; Amytis Towfighi; Seemant Chaturvedi; Kevin M. Cockroft; José Gutierrez; Debbie Lombardi-Hill; Hooman Kamel; Walter N. Kernan; Steven J. Kittner; Enrique C. Leira; Olive Lennon; James F. Meschia; Thanh N. Nguyen; Peter Pollak; Pasquale Santangeli; Anjail Sharrief; Sidney C. Smith; Tanya N. Turan; Linda S. Williams

doi:10.1161/str.0000000000000375

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To provide updated guidelines for stroke prevention in patients with a history of stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA).
Assessment of risk factors for stroke and TIA prevention.
Development of comprehensive intervention strategies to mitigate stroke risk.
Review of clinical evidence to support guideline recommendations.
Guidelines emphasize lifestyle changes and pharmacological interventions to reduce stroke risk.
Recommendations include regular monitoring of blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Focus on patient education regarding stroke symptoms and when to seek medical help.

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Guidelines propose prevention strategies for stroke in patients with stroke and transient ischemic attack, suggesting improved outcomes for cardiovascular health.

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