Transient neurological symptoms in the older population: report of a prospective cohort study-the Medical Research Council Cognitive Function and Ageing Study (CFAS)

Objective: Transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is a recognised risk factor for stroke in the older population requiring timely assessment and treatment by a specialist. The need for such TIA services is driven by the epidemiology of transient neurological symptoms, which may not be caused by TIA. We re...

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Main Authors: Mavaddat, N, Savva, G, Lasserson, D, Giles, M, Brayne, C, Mant, J
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 2013