Amarenco P

Bose P

Chandratheva A

Clarey J

Coull AJ

Croot EJ

Crowfoot G

Crowfoot GM

Fitzpatrick T

Forster A

Ganzer CA

Gibson J

Giles MF

Hankey G

Hannes K

Heron N

Hinkle JL

Jagadesham VP

Kamara S

Kandiyali R

Kernan W

Lavallee P

Lawrence M

Lawrence M.

Leung ES

Moher D

Murray CD

Oikarinen A

Ruiz GR

Smith J

Spurgeon L

Tong A

Voros K

Wilson A

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Experiences of transient ischaemic attack diagnosis and secondary prevention: a qualitative review

Background: A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) diagnosis is a serious, early sign that a person is at high risk of stroke. However, little is known about patients’ experiences, perceptions and behaviours regarding TIA symptoms, diagnosis and secondary prevention.Aim: To explore patients’ experiences of TIA symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, and secondary prevention.Methods: A qualitative review was conducted using a meta-aggregation approach. Five major databases were searched to identify eligible papers. Findings were extracted and grouped into categories to generate synthesised findings.Findings: Four papers (69 participants) were included. Three synthesised findings were developed: The first 24 hours; Impact and effect on quality of life; and Reducing the risk. Following TIA diagnosis, patients may experience persistent anxiety and fatigue, and many patients do not understand the importance of secondary prevention.Conclusion: There is a lack of awareness of TIA symptoms and of the importance of seeking immediate help and engaging with secondary prevention

Ravenhill, Garth

Gkanasouli, Loukia

Lawrence, Maggie

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Experiences of transient ischaemic attack diagnosis and secondary prevention: a qualitative review

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