In a nutshell This study examined the long-term outcomes associated with intravenous (through a tube into the vein) alteplase (Activase) treatment for ischemic stroke. This study found that roughly one-third of patients involved experienced an excellent outcome after 5 years, particularly younger patients with less initial disability. Some background...
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In a nutshell This trial aimed to identify whether there was an association between how hormonal therapy and the incidence of stroke in women. The authors concluded that oral estrogens as well as norpregnane derivatives had a higher risk of stroke, while transdermal estrogens and other progestogens did not. Some background Women going through...
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In a nutshell This trial aimed to determine the long-term risk of vascular event in ischemic stroke patients and whether patients of a certain subgroup were more at risk. The authors concluded that there was still a risk of vascular event for these patients 15 years after stroke, in particular patients with previous cardioembolism and large-artery...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to assess the 1 year risk of stroke after TIA or minor stroke. The authors concluded that in patients with TIA, there was a lower risk of cardiovascular event than previously reported. Some background Previous studies estimated the risk of stroke after transient ischemic attack (TIA, temporary blocked blood...
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In a nutshell This review aimed to see whether physical fitness training would be beneficial for stroke patients. The authors found that cardiorespiratory training showed improvements in walking speed, balance and gait. Some background Physical fitness is required in all aspects of life including walking or climbing stairs. Stroke patients often...
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In a nutshell This review examined sleep as a parameter in recovery in stroke patients. The authors concluded that stroke patients have poorer sleep than healthy people. Some background Sleep is a vital part for both physical and physiological health of all people. Studies have shown that bad sleep has a negative impact on day to day function in...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to compare the use of new oral anticoagulant drugs (NOACs) and the Watchman implantation device with blood thinner warfarin in patients with artrial fibrillation. The study concluded that both NOACs and the Watchman device are superior to warfarin in reducing the risk of stroke. Some background Atrial fibrillation...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to see if internal or external focus affects dual performance in unilateral (one side of the body was affected) stroke patients. The study found no significant difference between which type of focus was used. Some background Performing two tasks at once – such as walking and texting – can be difficult for...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether anticoagulants were effective at preventing second stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation, and when treatment should be started. They concluded that anticoagulants are more effective than antiplatelets, and are most effective when administered between 4 and 14 days after the first stroke. Some...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to find out if there was a group of risk factors that could predict whether stroke patients were at risk of developing atrial fibrillation (AF). The study concluded that stroke patients with heart failure, vascular disease, hypertension and age above 75 years old were at a higher risk of developing AF. Some background...
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March is National Nutrition Month. It is a educational campaign started in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. To celebrate the importance of “eating right,” the Cleveland Clinic has created an infographic on power foods for your heart which we are sharing here. Include these foods in healthy recipes. Some of these foods help...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This phase 2 trial located in North Carolina and Washington DC aims to determine how effective high definition transcranial direct current stimulation is in patients who have language difficulties after stroke. The outcome to be measured is the ability of participants to name objects. The details Stroke (no enough blood supply...
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