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Popular statin reduces recurrent stroke risk
In people who have experienced a stroke, but who have no known history of coronary heart disease, beginning regular treatment with the cholesterol-lowering drug atorvastatin soon after the stroke can reduce the risk of recurrent stroke by 16 percent. view more (2006-08-10)
Cocoa is the new red wine
Throughout history, cocoa has been described as a medicine for many ailments. New research suggests that cocoa may also have a beneficial effect on heart disease and stroke. view more (2005-08-10)
Folic acid could prevent heart disease
Folic acid could dramatically reduce the risk of heart disease, deep vein thrombosis, and stroke if levels of homocysteine (an amino acid) were reduced, according to researchers in this week’s BMJ. view more (2002-11-20)
Undernourished stroke patients may have more complications, worse outcomes
Patients who are undernourished when they enter the hospital with an acute ischemic stroke-the most common type of stroke, in which blood flow to the brain is blocked-are likely to remain undernourished in the hospital and may have worse clinical outcomes. view more (2008-01-15)
One Disease, Two Effects: Stroke
Congress is expected to take up legislation this summer aimed at improving the nation's healthcare system. Whatever the shape of the final bill, it will have at least some impact on one of the three leading causes of death in the U.S.: stroke. view more (2009-07-16)
Depression after stroke: a neglected problem
People who have had a stroke and the people who are close to them need more support in order to manage the consequences of stroke. view more (2008-07-10)
Severely mentally ill have increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease
A large British study indicates that individuals with severe mental illnesses are significantly more likely to die from coronary heart disease and stroke, but not cancer, than those without mental illnesses. view more (2007-02-06)
The Lancet Neurology - January 2003
STROKE IN THE 21st CENTURY In the first issue of 2003, TLN examines stroke epidemiology and stroke trials. In their review, Valery Feigin and co-authors provide an overview of population-based studies of incidence, prevalence, mortality, and case-fatality of stroke based on studies reported between 1996 and 2002. From their analysis the authors... view more... (2002-12-18)
Low-dose aspirin reduces cardiovascular events
Taking low-dose aspirin daily reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke, as well as the risk of dying, among patients who previously have had a heart attack or stroke but whose cardiovascular disease has stabilized. view more (2006-11-16)
Methamphetamine use increases risks of artery tears and stroke
Methamphetamine use may be associated with increased risks of major neck artery tears and stroke, according to an article published in the December 26, 2006, issue of Neurology, the scientific journal of the American Academy of Neurology. view more (2006-12-26)
For some, aspirin doesn't increase risk of recurring hemorrhagic stroke
Aspirin is typically prescribed for people at risk of having an ischemic stroke to prevent blood clots. Because aspirin may cause bleeding, it is typically avoided in people who have had a hemorrhagic stroke, also called intracerebral hemorrhage. view more (2006-01-24)
Occupational therapy is an effective way of improving the daily life of stroke patients
Occupational therapy can improve the lives of patients who have suffered a stroke and lessen their chances of deteriorating, according to a study published on bmj.com today. view more (2007-10-01)
Stroke patients with mild symptoms may still need clot-dissolving drug
Although use of the clot-dissolving drug tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) has revolutionized the treatment of acute stroke patients, many of those who could receive the drug do not because their initial symptoms appear mild or improve soon after they arrive at the hospital. view more (2005-10-07)
CPAP treatment linked to lower mortality in stroke patients with OSA
Stroke patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who undergo treatment with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) following their stroke may substantially reduce their risk of death. view more (2009-06-26)
Respiratory infections linked to increased heart attacks and strokes
A new study, which appears today in the online edition of the European Heart Journal, has found strong evidence that recent respiratory infections increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes, both of which are more common in the winter. view more (2007-12-06)
ELDERLY PEOPLE BENEFIT FROM CAROTID SURGERY (pp1142, 1154)
Surgery has long been contraindicated in elderly people, who are often thought of as too frail to survive the invasive procedures involved. Research published in this week’s issue of THE LANCET, however, indicates that surgery aimed at preventing stroke is actually more beneficial in older people than in younger individuals. Henry J M... view more... (2001-04-11)
Home-based therapy beneficial for stroke patients (p 352)
A systematic review of published studies investigating the provision of therapy-based services targeted towards people living at home who have had strokes highlights the benefits of these services-the main finding shows that the rate of deterioration in the ability to carry out daily living tasks could be reduced by up to 30% for patients who... view more... (2004-01-28)
Leukemia drug could save lives of stroke patients
The drug tPA is the most effective treatment currently available for stroke patients, but its safety is limited to use within the first three hours following the onset of symptoms. view more (2008-06-23)
Lower risk thresholds for heart disease needed
General practitioners should use lower risk thresholds for heart disease when they are treating high blood pressure in people from ethnic minorities, finds a study in this week’s BMJ. view more (2002-11-27)
New gadget helps patients understand their risk of heart disease and stroke
CardioRisk Manager, developed by a team of leading cardiologists from University College London and available from BMJ Books, is a user friendly computer based mechanism to enable patients to participate in decisions regarding their own health. It has been designed to show patients what their current risk of heart disease or stroke is as opposed... view more... (1999-06-14)
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