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    Carotid Stenosis: Information for Patients
    (2010-07-29) Briese, Nick
    Carotid stenosis increases your risk of stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA). Aspirin, along with control of blood pressure and cholesterol and smoking cessation, can help lower the risk of stroke. This pamphlet briefly describes carotid stenosis, risk factors for carotid stenosis, and steps that patients can take to reduce their risk for carotid stenosis and the problems that come with it.
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    Stroke or TIA prevention in the setting of new onset atrial fibrillation.
    (2010-07-29) Surowiecka, Maria
    Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots in the heart. These clots can dislodge and travel to the brain, resulting in stroke and possible death. This pamphlet describes how patients with atrial fibrillation, especially those with a prior history of stroke or mini-stroke (TIA), should be on anticoagulation medication with warfarin to prevent clot formation.