Right temporo-occipital ischemic stroke successfully treated with thrombolysis

Ischemic stroke is a significant cause of global morbidity and mortality and occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted, leading to neuron damage. This case report examines a stroke that affects the right medial temporal lobe and right occipital lobe, which are crucial for memory and visual processing, respectively. The case study illustrates the utilization of MRI for final stroke diagnosis and for determination of tPA eligibility. Moreover, it highlights the importance of post-stroke care, including addressing modifiable risk factors such as hypertension, in order to improve long-term outcomes and decrease future stroke risk.

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Author Sreeja M Natesan Emergency Medicine