Stroke

by Louis R. Caplan MD

"There are an estimated 4,800,000 stroke survivors living today and about 700,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke each year. Stroke is one of the most common disabling medical conditions, and has wide-ranging economic, social, and psychological effects. Stroke , the fourth volume in a series sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology, was written for both stroke survivors and individuals wishing to learn more about the condition and how to prevent it. Friends and families of stroke patients will find it a valuable resource packed with important coping tips and management techniques. Nurses, social workers, public health officials, and other caregivers will also benefit from this informative text, which

233 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1986

Reviews

[Birdie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I keep thinking that I'll return this book to the library, then I open it again and find more that I want to read. The author provides clear explanations for the layperson, with enough information to make reading it well worth your time. I thought he covered the complications of stroke better than most other stroke books.