Tag: Heart / Stroke-Related: Stroke
Alteplase Good for Ischemic Stroke With Unknown Onset Time
Better functional outcomes with alteplase, but small increased rate of intracranial hemorrhage
Folic Acid May Cut Stroke Risk in High-Risk Hypertensive Patients
Findings among patients with low platelet count, high homocysteine levels
Physical Therapy Helps Recover Arm Function in Chronic CVA
In chronic stroke patients, 4 weeks of PT associated with improved arm function, neuroplasticity
Frequency of Sauna Bathing Linked to Reduced Stroke Risk
Reduced risk seen after adjustment for CV risk factors, physical activity, socioeconomic status
Sickle Cell Trait Not Linked to Stroke in African-Americans
Meta-analysis of four cohorts shows sickle cell trait not linked to incidence of ischemic stroke
Previous Stroke Tied to Higher Risks in Aortic Valve Replacement
Previous stroke within three months of surgical AVR is risk factor for recurrent ischemic stroke, MACE
Tenecteplase Appears Superior to Alteplase After Ischemic Stroke
Tenecteplase within 4.5 hours after symptoms linked to higher reperfusion, better functional outcomes
Number of Cigarettes Smoked Daily Tied to Stroke Risk
Among men younger than 50, more cigarettes smoked linked to increased risk of ischemic stroke
Physical, Executive Function Most Affected After Ischemic Stroke
Worse scores in multiple domains tied to lower income, female sex, disability
Social Isolation, Loneliness May Increase AMI, Stroke Risk
Social isolation linked to increased mortality among individuals with history of AMI or stroke
