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Patients with signs of malignant MCA syndrome (increased intracranial pressure due to large stroke) may require referral to Derriford Hospital for early decompressive surgery to improve survival and reduce severe disability in patients with acute ischaemic stroke and a decreased conscious level within 24 hours of onset. The guideline sets out rational and pathway.Keywords: Stroke, Malignant MCA syndrome.

Guideline for routine investigations for Young Stroke patients.Keywords: Stroke, TIA, guideline.

Guideline for administration of intravenous thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy for acute ischaemic stroke.Keywords: Stroke, Thrombectomy, Thrombolysis, Alteplase.

Management of hypertension following intracerebral haemorrhage.

Guidance on use of anticoagulants inpatients with AF and stroke or TIA.

Management of secondary prevention including management of antiplatelet therapy, blood pressure, cholesterol, anticoagulation and lifestyle advice for patients following TIA or stroke.Keywords: Acute Stroke Management.

This standard operating Procedure provides an overview of the Stroke Pathway at Royal Cornwall Hospital and will guide clinicians and managers in the care and treatment of acute stroke patients.Keywords: Stroke, Standard Operating procedure.