Early stroke signs require urgent action

R. Mohana Rao Patibandla, a cerebrovascular neurosurgeon practising at Dr. Rao’s Hospital, Guntur. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement

Early recognition of symptoms and timely medical intervention are crucial to reducing disability and deaths caused by stroke, says Dr. Mohana Rao Patibandla, a cerebrovascular neurosurgeon practising at Dr. Rao’s Hospital – International Institute of Neurosciences (IIN), Guntur.

On the occasion of World Stroke Day on Thursday, Dr. Rao, who underwent fellowship training in endovascular neurosurgery at the University of Virginia, stressed the importance of identifying warning signs and seeking emergency medical assistance without delay.