Description
Key Terms: ICH, blood pressure control, spot sign
Hosts: Phavalan Rajendram, Neha Patel, Houman Khosravani
Summary:
Hemorrhagic strokes (HS) account for ~15-20% of all strokes
There is a significant morbidity and mortality associated with HS
Early blood pressure control is key in the management of HS
CTA can identify a spot sign (may indicate increased risk of hematoma expansion)
Etiologies
Find out if the patient is on anticoagulation so that it can be reversed
Make sure the patient is stable before CT scan (may need anti-emetics, intubation, etc.)
Early blood pressure control is key
Blood pressure target 140/90
See ATACH-2 and INTERACT trials on BP control in ICH
Consult NSx early as surgical options may be available
See STICH-2 trial on surgical management of superficial ICH without IVH
Prognostication can be aided with “ICH Score”