Comparing Costs of Ischemic, Hemorrhagic Stroke
Survivors of hemorrhagic stroke incur more direct costs in the first 10 years than survivors of ischemic stroke.
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Intracerebral Hemorrhage More Common in HIV Patients
ICH is more common in young, female patients with HIV than those uninfected.
People with Stroke More Likely to Have Multimorbidities, Polypharmacy
Multimorbidities and polypharmacy are more likely among those with stroke, increasing their treatment burdens and risk of adverse events.
Five Healthy Habits Reduce Stroke Risk in Women
Researchers suggest five healthy habits to cut stroke risk in women in half.
More Neuro Exams Needed for Stroke Patients
Neurologists should put more focus on neurological examinations to measure the effects of stroke intervention on brain function.
Study Suggests β-blockers May Raise Stroke Risk in Some Patients
β-blocker use only lowers the risk of cardiovascular events in patients with prior myocardial infarction and with no heart failure, study finds.
Ipsilesional Neglect Associated with Attentional Bias
Researchers confirmed that damage to the right frontal subcortical network after stroke may cause spacial bias between “where” and “aiming.”
NSAIDs Can Increase Risk of Venous Thromboembolism
A new study shows NSAID use significantly increases the risk of venous thromboembolism, though the cause remains unclear.
Kidney Disease Doesn’t Up Risk of Hemorrhage in Stroke
Other adverse conditions in patients with chronic kidney disease can explain higher risk of hemorrhage after thrombolytic therapy treatment for ischemic stroke.
Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs May Improve Hemorrhagic Stroke Outcomes
Patients currently taking or given statins are over four times more likely to survive a hemorrhagic stroke. The study from Kaiser Permanente also showed the enzyme-inhibiting drug’s effectiveness in treating ischemic stroke.
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