In a nutshell This paper studied whether exercise would reduce heart risks in patients with transient ischemic attack. Some background A transient ischemic attack occurs when there is a temporary blockage caused by a build-up of cholesterol (fats) in a blood vessel to the brain. Because the blockage is only temporary, there is no permanent damage...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This paper reviewed the management of intracranial aneurysms. Some background An intracranial aneurysm, or brain aneurysm, is a weakness in the wall of a blood vessel in the brain. Because the blood vessel wall is weak, the aneurysm can rupture and bleed into the brain. Brain saccular aneurysms (type of intracranial aneurysm)...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether infection may be associated with racial differences in stroke mortality rates. Some background A stroke is a disruption of blood flow to an area in the brain. It can be caused by a blood clot (ischemic stroke) or a ruptured blood vessel (hemorrhagic...
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In a nutshell This study looked at patients with ischemic stroke and investigated whether removing blood clots via a flexible tube inserted into the artery is only beneficial and safe for patients with less severe strokes. Some background A stroke is a disruption of blood flow to an area in the brain. It can be caused by a blood clot...
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“I had a terrible headache for two days and very seldom had headache – …once a year tops. I took my kids and Sharon to see [a] movie…and at the end…I got up…collapsed and I do not [know] what happened to me.” ~John Anderson Stroke Stroke is one of the most common causes of death worldwide. Although the number of deaths has gone down...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether taking vitamin B supplements to reduce homocysteine levels in the blood, reduces the risk of cerebrovascular disease. Some background Homocysteine is an amino acid, which is a building block that makes up proteins, found in the blood. High levels of homocysteine are associated with...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the effect of aggressive medical treatment with or without stenting in patients with intracranial artery stenosis. Some background Intracranial stenosis describes the narrowing of an artery inside the brain. It is caused by a buildup of plaque inside the artery wall that reduces blood flow to the brain and can...
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In a nutshell This study investigated what antiplatelet drugs are most effective and safe for preventing stroke in patients with cardiovascular disease or who have a history of stroke. Some background A stroke is a disturbance of blood flow to a part of the brain. Most strokes are caused by a blood clot in...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated whether men and women respond differently to treatment for ischemic stroke. Some background A stroke is a disturbance of blood flow to a part of the brain. Strokes can be caused by either a ruptured blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke), or a blood clot that...
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In a nutshell This study investigated what risk factors may cause ischemic stroke patients to have different types of hemorrhagic stroke after treatment. Some background A stroke is a disturbance of blood flow to a part of the brain. Strokes can be caused by either a ruptured blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke), or a blood clot that blocks blood...
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In a nutshell This study looked at stroke patients with high blood pressure and investigated whether variations in their blood pressure is associated with their body reacting differently during tasks and stimuli. Some background A stroke occurs when there is a disturbance of oxygen supply to a part of the brain. Most of the time this is...
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In a nutshell This study looked at whether stent-retriever surgery to remove blood clots from patients suffering from stroke should be performed on patients of all ages. Some background A stroke occurs when there is a disturbance of oxygen supply to a part of the brain. Most of the time, a stroke is caused by a blood clot (thrombus) in a...
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