Transient global amnesia

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作者
Boovalingam, P. [1 ]
Shah, N. [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Hosp Leicester NHS Trust, Dept Geriatr Med, Leicester, Leics, England
关键词
transient global amnesia; venous flow; migraine; older people; epilepsy;
D O I
10.1017/S0959259813000063
中图分类号
R592 [老年病学]; C [社会科学总论];
学科分类号
03 ; 0303 ; 100203 ;
摘要
Transient global amnesia (TGA) has been described since the 19th century. It is characterized by an episode of anterograde and retrograde amnesia lasting less than 24 hours. During this episode patients are conscious and able to interact normally, but are typically distressed and repeat questions without remembering explanations. Despite progress in medical imaging, no cause for the condition has been proven. Prognosis is excellent and management centres on recognition and reassurance. We describe the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical features and management.
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页码:189 / 195
页数:7
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