AHA/ASA Scientific Statement: Perioperative Neurological Evaluation and Management to Lower the Risk of Acute Stroke in Patients Undergoing Noncardiac, Nonneurological Surgery

Perioperative Neurological Evaluation and Management to Lower the Risk of Acute Stroke in Patients Undergoing Noncardiac, Nonneurological Surgery: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association – Circulation

Commentary on Twitter

NEW GUIDELINE – now codifies what has been discussed for a while "If history of stroke exists, consider delaying elective surgery at least 6 mo
and preferably 9 mo from time of incident stroke." @SPAQIedu @LeeAFleisher @preopconsult @afedwardMD https://t.co/0ewdlPGVlj

— Kurt Pfeifer (@KurtPfeifer) April 9, 2021