Common causes of clinical deterioration following acute stroke
| Neurological | Non-neurological |
|---|---|
| Haemorrhagic transformation of an infarct | Infection (chest or urine) |
| Malignant cerebral oedema | Pulmonary embolism |
| Intracerebral haematoma expansion | Metabolic disturbance |
| Recurrent cerebral emboli | Myocardial infarction |
| Hydrocephalus | |
| Seizure |