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3 clinical features identified to avoid misdiagnosis of TIAs
For mini-strokes, or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), both overdiagnosis and underdiagnosis can be perilous. Overdiagnosis neglects the real underlying illness. Underdiagnosis leaves a patient at risk of a full-fledged stroke. Both expose patients to erroneous therapies with potential side effects. view more (2008-11-11)
Occupational therapy improves independence in stroke survivors
Occupational therapy significantly reduces the risk of deterioration after stroke, according to a new systematic review. view more (2006-10-18)
People with psychiatric illness at disadvantage for cardiovascular care
This study, supported by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, concludes that patients with psychiatric illness have an increased rate of death and decreased access to some procedures related to circulatory disease (such as heart disease, stroke). view more (2007-03-13)
ESC Congress 2004: Efficacy and safety of ximelagatran confirmed for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation
European Society of Cardiology Congress (ESC), Munich, Germany: Results presented today from the final pooled analysis of SPORTIF III and V1,2 confirm that ximelagatran - the first oral direct thrombin inhibitor (oral DTI) - is as effective as well-controlled warfarin, the current standard anticoagulant treatment for the prevention of stroke in... view more... (2004-08-29)
Blood pressure drop during bypass surgery associated with increased risk of cognitive decline
Patients whose mean arterial blood pressure drops during bypass surgery may be at risk for early difficulties in thinking, learning and memory. view more (2007-06-12)
Portable CT increases chance of stroke survival and recovery
New research has found that the availability of a portable eight-slice computed tomography (CT) scanner in an emergency room can significantly increase the number of stroke victims who receive a potentially life-saving treatment. view more (2008-12-02)
Statins lower stroke severity, improve recovery
Mayo Clinic researchers have shown that patients who were taking statins before a stroke experienced better outcomes and recovery than patients who weren't on the drug - even when their cholesterol levels were ideal. The finding is reported in the current issue of the Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases. view more (2009-02-27)
Ibuprofen may boost chance of heart problems in high risk patients with osteoarthritis
The common painkiller, ibuprofen, may boost the likelihood of heart problems in high risk patients who have osteoarthritis, suggests research published ahead of print in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. view more (2007-04-05)
Beta-blockers and stroke -- new insights into their use for older people
A University of Leicester-led study may have uncovered the reason why Beta-blockers are less effective at preventing stroke in older people with high blood pressure, when compared to other drugs for high blood pressure. view more (2009-08-28)
Migraines with aura associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease
Women age 45 years or older who experience migraines with aura (associated neurologic symptoms such as temporary visual disturbances) are at a higher risk for heart attack, ischemic stroke, angina and death due to ischemic cardiovascular disease compared to women who do not report a migraine history. view more (2006-07-19)
New blood-thinning drug safer than rat poison
In an article reviewed by F1000 Medicine Faculty Members Robert Ruff, Brian Olshansky and Luis Ruilope, the blood-thinner dabigatran is shown to protect against stroke, blood clotting and major bleeding as effectively as warfarin, but with fewer side effects. view more (2009-09-30)
Stem cells replace stroke-damaged tissue in rats
Effective stem cell treatment for strokes has taken a significant step forward today (09 March) as scientists reveal how they have replaced stroke-damaged brain tissue in rats. view more (2009-03-09)
Fewer patients undergoing stroke prevention surgery for wrong reasons
A new study has found a drop in the number of patients undergoing the most commonly used stroke prevention surgery, carotid endarterectomy, for inappropriate reasons. Researchers are crediting the drop to highly publicized randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that clarified the appropriate use of the surgery. view more (2007-01-16)
Stroke risk returns when children with sickle cell disease stop transfusions
Stopping regular blood transfusions in children with sickle cell disease who are at risk for a stroke means their stroke risk likely will return, researchers have found. view more (2005-12-30)
Medication may promote opening of arteries following stroke
A medication known as argatroban, when combined with another drug already used in the treatment of stroke patients, may help restore the flow of blood through blocked arteries. view more (2006-08-15)
Statins reduce risk of heart attack and stroke in those without heart disease
Among individuals without cardiovascular disease, taking statins regularly may reduce the risk of major heart and cerebrovascular events such as heart attack and stroke but not coronary heart disease or overall death. view more (2006-11-28)
Over 40,000 Lives Lost Worldwide Every Year
The 'humble' aspirin, which has been known for at least a decade to prevent heart attacks and strokes in thousands of people at high risk of cardiovascular disease, is still massively underused, according to new research published today (Fri Jan 11) in the British Medical Journal. Previous studies show that aspirin (and other antiplatelet drugs)... view more... (2002-01-09)
Oxygen deprived brains repaired and saved
Scientists from Melbourne's Howard Florey Institute have found special proteins that protect the brain after it has been damaged by a lack of oxygen, which occurs in conditions such as stroke, perinatal asphyxia, near-drowning and traumatic brain injury. view more (2006-08-25)
Blood Pressure Drug Telmisartan Shows Powerful Activity Against Stroke
Telmisartan, a drug widely used to help control blood pressure, may have uniquely potent activity in preventing stroke, according to a new study conducted in an animal model. view more (2007-12-13)
Blocking toxic effects could make clot-buster safer
Since the introduction of the life-saving clot-busting drug tPA more than a decade ago, evidence has been accumulating that tPA (tissue-type plasminogen activator) can be a double-edged sword for a brain affected by stroke. view more (2009-01-23)
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