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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 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

Cath Lab Digest talks with Michael J. Rinaldi, MD, FACC, FSCAI, Interventional Cardiologist, Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute, Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, North Carolina.

Cath Lab Digest talks with Michael J....
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 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 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 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 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, Consultant, Corazon, Inc., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

 

Mona Steinbeiser, Consultant, Corazon...
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 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 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

Interview by Jodie Elrod

Interview by 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 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, Vice President, Corazon, Inc., 
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Katherine Kay Brown, MSN, RN, Vice Pr...
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 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 Associate Professor of Medicine,Section of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Division of Cardiology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland

Alan Cheng, MD, FACC, FAHA, FHRS Asso...
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 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

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