Research across Stroke
Related studies from across the Stroke family.
Endovascular treatment under conscious sedation associated with worse outcomes than best medical treatment
Different types of anesthesia may impact stroke recovery outcomes
This post-hoc analysis of a randomized controlled trial involved 491 patients with isolated medium or distal vessel occlusion (MDVO) within …
A new look at stroke data suggests that conscious sedation might lead to worse outcomes than other anesthesia methods.
Community health worker-led interventions reduce systolic blood pressure by 5.5 mm Hg
Community health workers help lower blood pressure and body weight
This meta-analysis of 7,114 adults in an Indian community setting found that community health worker-led interventions significantly reduced…
Community health worker programs may help people with high blood pressure and overweight manage their weight more effectively.
Ultra-early RIPC does not significantly improve 90-day functional independence in acute ischemic stroke
Early pressure cuff treatment shows no benefit for stroke recovery
This randomized controlled trial of 270 adults with acute ischemic stroke and large vessel occlusion found no significant difference in func…
A new trial found that using pneumatic cuffs to improve blood flow does not improve long-term independence for patients after a major stroke…
Ultrasound Stimulation Boosts Stroke Rehab Outcomes
Ultrasound Stimulation Combined With Rehabilitation Improves Stroke Recovery
Adding transcranial ultrasound to standard rehab improves motor, cognitive, and daily living functions in stroke patients, per meta-analysis…
Combining transcranial ultrasound with standard rehabilitation may improve motor skills, cognitive function, and daily activities for stroke…
Intravenous thrombolysis improves functional outcomes in patients with acute ischemic stroke after 4.5 hours
Late treatment for stroke may improve recovery and outcomes
This meta-analysis evaluated the impact of intravenous thrombolysis on adults with acute ischemic stroke treated beyond the standard four ho…
Patients receiving clot-busting drugs later than usual after a stroke may see better physical results, despite a higher risk of brain bleedi…
Endovascular thrombectomy is effective for specific large-vessel occlusion and late-window ischemic stroke scenarios
Endovascular Thrombectomy Shows Promise for Specific Stroke Scenarios
This mini-review synthesizes evidence regarding endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) for acute ischemic stroke caused by large-vessel occlusion. …
New evidence highlights how targeted endovascular thrombectomy can help specific types of large-vessel stroke while requiring careful patien…
Thirty-two factors including low BMI, advanced age, and frailty are associated with stroke-related sarcopenia
Factors Linked to Muscle Loss After Stroke Identified
This scoping review of 32 studies identifies 32 diverse factors associated with stroke-related sarcopenia. These include physical metrics li…
New research identifies over 30 different factors, including age and nutrition, that are linked to muscle loss in people who have suffered a…
GWAS meta-analysis identifies 44 TIA loci, 19 specific to transient ischemic attack
Genetic study identifies new targets for stroke and mini-strokes
This meta-analysis of genome-wide association studies across European, non-European, and multi-ancestry individuals identified 44 loci assoc…
A massive genetic study of over 1.9 million people has identified specific genes that may help doctors target the causes of strokes and TIA.
Impact of Infarct Volume on Safety and Efficacy of Early DOAC Initiation
Trial shows early blood thinners help stroke patients with heart issues
This large-scale trial confirms that early DOAC initiation remains safe and effective regardless of the initial ischemic stroke infarct size…
Early use of blood thinners after a stroke may improve outcomes for patients with atrial fibrillation, regardless of the size of the brain i…
Early Emotional Interventions Boost Stroke Recovery Outcomes
Early Emotional Care After Stroke Boosts Recovery
Meta-analysis of 12,020 patients shows early emotional interventions improve Barthel Index scores, with best results when started within 2 w…
Starting emotional support within 2 weeks of a stroke may improve daily function more than waiting, a new analysis finds.
Combined Mirror Therapy and Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Poststroke Upper Limb Recovery
Mirror therapy and brain stimulation improve stroke recovery outcomes
Combining mirror therapy with tDCS may significantly improve upper limb motor function in stroke patients compared to monotherapies.
Combining mirror therapy with electrical brain stimulation may help people regain movement in their arms after a stroke.
Early implantable cardiac monitor placement improves atrial fibrillation detection rates in cryptogenic stroke patients
Early heart monitor placement helps find atrial fibrillation faster
This meta-analysis of 6918 patients with ESUS or cryptogenic stroke found that early implantable cardiac monitor (ICM) implantation led to a…
Patients with mysterious strokes may get faster diagnoses when they receive a heart monitor shortly after their medical emergency.