Stroke

Synopsis

Describes the brain’s blood supply, explains what causes a stroke and looks at the effects on the rest of the body. Also covers prevention - highlighting risk factors and suggesting ways of reducing the chances of having a stroke; diagnostic tests - procedures used in the diagnosis of stroke; treatment - short- and long-term care of a stroke victim. Highlights the the need for swift transfer to hospital following a stroke and the difference this can make to the outcome and shows the significant improvements seen when patients are cared for by a team dedicated to the treatment of stroke victims.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 18 min.

Year of production

1995

Availability

Sale; 1999 sale: £75.00 (+VAT inc. p&p)

Subjects

Medical sciences

Keywords

cardiovascular diseases; stroke

Distributor

Name

Leicester General Hospital

Web

http://www.hevu.org.uk/ External site opens in new window

Phone

0116 258 4716

Fax

0116 258 1547

Address

Health Education Video Unit
Leicester General Hospital
Gwendolen Road
Leicester
LE5 4PW