STROKE COMPLICATIONS: EPILEPSY

Course overview

Stroke results from an alteration in blood supply to the brain that leads to deprivation of oxygen and brain cell death. Strokes caused by arterial blockage are known as ischemic strokes and strokes caused by a ruptured or leaking artery are referred to as hemorrhagic strokes. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of post-stroke seizures, the clinical presentation, symptoms, and indications for surgical treatment and to aid in caring for the patient after this surgical procedure. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.