What to Expect at the 2019 American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting
A first look at what will be presented at this year’s American Academy of Neurology annual meeting.
All articles by Britt Gambino
Stroke Incidence Linked to Number of Renal Cysts
Although renal cysts are generally thought of as benign findings, this study points to a possible higher stroke risk in patients with multiple cysts.
Reduced Stroke Risk With Blood Pressure, Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs
Fixed-dose candesartan plus hydrochlorothiazide and rosuvstatin reduced first stroke in patients at intermediate risk for cardiovascular disease.
Recurrent Ischemic Stroke Risk Associated With Sleep Apnea
In this population-based study, researchers found that Mexican Americans had a greater risk for recurrent stroke and death than non-Hispanic whites.
Spontaneous Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Incidence Up in Pregnant Women
Researchers have observed an upward trend in the incidence of pregnancy-related spontaneous subarachnoid hemorrhage.
Expert Consensus: Managing Bleeding in Patients Taking Oral Anticoagulants
The ACC released a new concensus on guiding clinicians in managing acute bleeding for patients treated with OACs.
OSA Screening Advised for Fatigued Patients With MS
Patients with multiple sclerosis who experience severe fatigue should be screened for obstructive sleep apnea.
Penumbra Stroke Revascularization Device Recalled
The Penumbra 3D revascularization device was recalled by the FDA because of a risk of the delivery wire breaking during use.
Short Sleep Duration Linked to Increased Risk for CVD and Stroke Mortality
Shorter sleep duration may increase mortality risks associated with both cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease.
Stroke During, After Pregnancy Linked to Preeclampsia
Mortality among women with preeclampsia and pregnancy-associated stroke was significantly higher than in controls.
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