Dr. Shah presents Acute CVA by first explaining how to evaluate a stroke patient, define a stroke and TIA as well as stroke epidemiology.  He then discusses the concept of penumbra along with vascular anatomy and pathogenesis. After talking through the risk factors and classifying Ischemic stroke, Dr. Shah finishes with the signs and symptoms of a stroke. 


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