Stroke/Vascular Neurology News

RapidAI automated imaging appeared to be more accurate than VizAI in detecting cases of large vessel occlusion, as well as in identifying those missed by its counterpart among individuals with acute stroke, results of a comparative analysis show.

The GLP-1 liraglutide showed potential benefit in reducing stroke recurrence and improving functional outcomes after minor stroke or transient ischemic attack, a speaker reported.

Fewer women received cardiology referrals during index hospitalization and poststroke cardiac monitoring compared with men, and women had shorter average hospital stays, a speaker reported.

An instructional video regarding two stroke-related mnemonics was linked to faster 911 call response for suspected stroke, according to a study presented at the International Stroke Conference.

Patients with stroke and inaccurate NSAID allergy labels had poorer outcomes including major adverse cardiovascular events, peripheral vascular disease and death, according to a study published in Stroke.

The benefit of direct oral anticoagulants on stroke risk in patients with prior intracerebral hemorrhage and atrial fibrillation was partially offset by increased risk for future hemorrhage risk, a speaker reported.

A novel imaging analysis technique registered a high degree of sensitivity and specificity in identifying both presence and type of subdural hematoma, or SDH, data from a comparative analysis show.

Intensive BP lowering after successful endovascular thrombectomy for acute anterior circulation ischemic stroke did not improve 90-day functional outcomes vs. standard BP control, a speaker reported.

A protocol designed to progressively increase physical therapy intensity for stroke survivors improved walking distance, speed and quality of life compared with standard care, data presented at the International Stroke Conference show.