A Case of an Acute Myocardial Infarction Post Thrombolytic Treatment of Ischemic Stroke - A Management Dilemma

S D Med. 2017 Aug;70(8):354-358.

Abstract

Acute ischemic stroke and myocardial infarction are emergency clinical events that require prompt intervention. Concurrent occurrence of both events magnifies the complexity of the clinical management. We present a case of a patient who presented with acute ischemic stroke, complicated by acute myocardial infarction shortly after thrombolytic was administered. This case highlights the importance of individualization of management especially in complex cases where there are no clear specific guidelines to follow.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acute Disease
  • Brain Ischemia / complications
  • Humans
  • Myocardial Infarction / complications*
  • Stroke / complications*
  • Stroke / drug therapy*
  • Thrombolytic Therapy*