Course
Cardioembolic stroke patterns — multi-territory infarcts, hemorrhagic conversion risk, and imaging clues (Advanced)
Advanced course: clots from the heart can cause multi-territory infarcts and sometimes hemorrhagic transformation. Learn imaging distribution clues, how CTA/MRA fit, and what questions to ask about rhythm monitoring and anticoagulation timing
FoundationsCaregiver, SurvivorAdvanced55 minPlain (6–8)
Educational only
Educational only — not medical advice.
What you'll learn
- Recognize multi-territory infarcts as a clue for embolic sources
- Understand how MRI DWI can show scattered lesions
- Understand why hemorrhagic transformation may be monitored
- Ask high-yield questions about rhythm monitoring and anticoagulation/antiplatelet plans
Practice check
Check your understanding
A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.
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