Overview

• A Danish study followed 354 transient ischemic attack (TIA) patients for one year, finding that 54% reported persistent fatigue at three, six, and 12 months post-event.
• The research, published in Neurology, highlights a strong association between lasting fatigue and a history of anxiety or depression, doubling the likelihood of prolonged symptoms.
• Brain imaging showed no differences in blood clot presence between fatigued and non-fatigued patients, suggesting other factors may contribute to the fatigue.
• The study establishes an association, not causation, between mini-strokes and long-term fatigue, emphasizing the need for further investigation.
• Experts recommend structured follow-up care for TIA patients to monitor and address lingering fatigue, aiming to improve long-term outcomes.