What is the purpose of the AHA/ASA Guideline 2021 for the Prevention of Stroke in Patients With Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack?
The AHA/ASA Guideline 2021 for the Prevention of Stroke in Patients With Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack is a guideline from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association that provides evidence-based recommendations for the prevention of recurrent ischemic strokes. It includes recommendations for the diagnostic workup to define ischemic stroke etiology and identifies targets for treatment in order to reduce the risk of recurrent ischemic stroke. It also includes recommendations for managing vascular risk factors such as diabetes, smoking cessation, lipids, and hypertension.