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Posterior Circulation Horror Stories: How To Save the Day and Your Patient

Haemin Go posted on 3/22/2022


Moderator: William A. Knight IV, MD, FACEP, FNCS
Other Participants: Charles Kircher, MD, FAHA

Understanding how to treat complicated posterior circulation strokes is critical to all practitioners on the front line. From EMS to the ICU, the care of posterior stroke patients demands flexibility and creativity and a deep understanding of risks and benefits. Listen to two experts in the field share their experiences in treating posterior strokes, especially basilar artery strokes, and come away with strategies to help you treat these challenging patients in your own practice.


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