How do you approach the management of a large vessel stroke if you anticipate the development of malignant cerebral edema?
Is there any benefit to starting hyperosmolar therapy prior to the development of depressed level of consciousness or midline shift?
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Neurology · Brown University
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In ischemic strokes with anticipated malignant cerebral edema, I would base some initial management decisions for prevention of edema on the labs obtained at admission. If the sodium is less than 130, I would start hyperosmolar therapy to bring levels into a normal range. If less than 135, normal sa...
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