Stroke

News

Stroke Risk Could Be Lessened by Mediterranean Diet

09/20/2018

While previous research has shown that following a Mediterranean-style diet could have protective effects for stroke, little information on how this effect could differ by sex or cardiovascular disease risk status is available.

While previous research has...

09/20/2018

Neurology

Embolic Protection During Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement

09/04/2018

Michael J. Rinaldi , MD, FACC, FSCAI;

Stroke is a persistent problem in TAVR, and while many of the early problems with TAVR, such as access site complications and perivalvular leak, have been dramatically improved by advances in devices and technique, TAVR stroke rates have...

Stroke is a persistent problem...

09/04/2018

Cath Lab Digest

News

Stroke Patients Benefit Most from ACC/AHA Hypertension Guidelines

06/08/2018

Findings from a new study suggest that the 2017 ACC/AHA hypertension guidelines could especially benefit stroke survivors. For details, read more.

Findings from a new study...

06/08/2018

Neurology

News

DAPT vs Aspirin Alone: Which is Best Post-Stroke?

05/17/2018

Previous research has suggested that DAPT with clopidrogel and aspirin may lower the rate of recurrent stroke within the first 3 months following minor ischemic stroke or ischemic attack. In a new study, researchers aimed to further test this...

Previous research has suggested...

05/17/2018

Neurology

News

Could PPIs Lead to First-Time Stroke?

04/11/2018

Proton pump inhibitors are among the top 10 most prescribed medications around the world. With this in mind, the authors of a new study aimed to clarify whether regular PPI use could be associated with increased ischemic stroke risk.

Proton pump inhibitors are among...

04/11/2018

Gastroenterology

Your Path to Success: Expert Advice

In the Unlikely Event: Optimal Care Strategies for Stroke in the Cath Lab

04/26/2017

Mona Steinbeiser ;

Statistics show that, although rare, strokes do occur in the cardiac cath lab, making it necessary for the staff to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of a stroke, along with knowing the immediate actions to take in order to prevent...

Statistics show that, although...

04/26/2017

Cath Lab Digest

Podcasts

Predicting Post-Stroke Walking Activity

04/16/2017

Dr George Fulk, associate professor in and chair of the Department of Physical Therapy at Clarkson University, speaks about post-stroke gait speed.

Dr George Fulk, associate...

04/16/2017

Neurology

PATIENT PERSPECTIVE

Becoming an Advocate After Experiencing Stroke: Interview with Dana Rivera

10/05/2016

Jodie Elrod ;

In this interview, we speak with Dana Rivera about her experience surviving a stroke in June 2009. She is now a recovery coach for stroke survivors and leader of a Stroke Support Group at UCLA, sharing the struggles she faced when trying to...

In this interview, we speak with...

10/05/2016

EP Lab Digest

Your Path to Success: Expert Advice

Building a Bridge: EMS Relations as a Foundation for Rapid Stroke Care

06/07/2016

Katherine Kay Brown , MSN, RN;

As the focus in the healthcare field shifts to more fully address stroke as a disease process, no longer does treatment revolve around rehabilitation and supportive care, which has been the mainstay for decades.

As the focus in the healthcare...

06/07/2016

Cath Lab Digest

Cover Story

Does Atrial Fibrillation Really Cause Strokes?

09/07/2015

Alan Cheng , MD, FACC, FAHA, FHRS;

The implications of better understanding this relationship are substantial, because they will directly impact the way in which we manage the use of anticoagulants in AF patients.

The implications of better...

09/07/2015

EP Lab Digest