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Thrombolysis (Tissue Plasminogen Activator) in Stroke: A Medicolegal Quagmire
Stroke 37:1917-1922, Weintraub,M.I., 2006
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Article Abstract
Neurologists, emergency room physicians and hospitals are at increased liability risk if they use or do not use tPA. Detailed documentation, informed consent or timely transfer should reduce threat of legal action.
 
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