In this episode we are joined by Professor Bernard Yan to discuss the past, present and future of mechanical thrombectomy as a treatment for patients presenting with acute ischaemic stroke.

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Diagnosis of an acute stroke is only the first step in the management of a patient. In this episode we discuss how to approach investigate for stroke aetiology as well as manage future stroke prevention.

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We discuss four cases of transient loss of consciousness that might get referred to the first fit clinic from GP or AED.

Dr Smith highlights important features that help make a diagnosis and also discusses a very important presentation to be aware of!

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A chat through 4 cases that may present to a cognitive clinic with consultant Neurologist, Dr Davies.

In this podcast, we discuss three major causes of dementia and how they present, along with a fourth, common presentation.

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A session with Dr Smith, consultant Neurologist, about how to take a neurologically focussed history based on answering 3 key questions.

In this podcast, we also discuss cases to demonstrate how important a clear history is when looking at a neurological presentation.

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Discussion with consultant Neurosurgeon, Mr Carleton-Bland, about back pain - what symptoms and signs to worry about and when to act on them.

This discussion covers the more benign causes of back pain along with the 'not to miss' cauda equina and metastatic cord compression that are often seen in GP and emergency departments.

All clinical cases in these podcast episodes have been created based on past interactions with real patients but are not intended to represent any specific person. No specific individual patient information will ever be provided in the podcast.

The information in this episode is intended for the purposes of medical student education and should not be used as medical advice for your own medical treatment or the treatment of your patients.

This episode with consultant Neurologist, Dr Davies, provides a memorable approach to aid the diagnosis of a confused patient on a ward.

All clinical cases in these podcast episodes have been created based on past interactions with real patients but are not intended to represent any specific person. No specific individual patient information will ever be provided in the podcast.

The information in this episode is intended for the purposes of medical student education and should not be used as medical advice for your own medical treatment or the treatment of your patients.

In this episode, Dr Davies, consultant Neurologist, discusses his subspecialty interest of cognitive neurology - what conditions he helps manage and how the roles of psychology and psychiatry play a crucial role in managing patients.

All clinical cases in these podcast episodes have been created based on past interactions with real patients but are not intended to represent any specific person. No specific individual patient information will ever be provided in the podcast.

The information in this episode is intended for the purposes of medical student education and should not be used as medical advice for your own medical treatment or the treatment of your patients.

Discussion with consultant Neurologist, Dr Davies, regarding the anatomy and clinical findings of a foot drop with common and important causes reviewed.

All clinical cases in these podcast episodes have been created based on past interactions with real patients but are not intended to represent any specific person. No specific individual patient information will ever be provided in the podcast.

The information in this episode is intended for the purposes of medical student education and should not be used as medical advice for your own medical treatment or the treatment of your patients.

A discussion with neuromuscular specialist, Dr Dougan, regarding a case of sensory and motor disturbance that progresses over months: what to consider, how to investigate and key points when considering nerve conduction studies.

All clinical cases in these podcast episodes have been created based on past interactions with real patients but are not intended to represent any specific person. No specific individual patient information will ever be provided in the podcast.

The information in this episode is intended for the purposes of medical student education and should not be used as medical advice for your own medical treatment or the treatment of your patients.