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A member asked:
Elderly lady had stroke due to blood clot. has brain swelling. in a coma. stroke induced. chances of survival?
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Hard to say: The pre-illness health, speed of recognition and early care all play into this status.The physicians at the bedside have a better access to the information needed to answer this question.
Answered 1/26/2016
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Bad prognosis: You are describing a fairly large and nasty stroke. If by blood clot, you mean bleeding, then prognosis is very poor. An EEG can discern extent of her problems, and a discussion thereafter with treatment team will provide specifics regarding chance for survival.
Answered 9/26/2017
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