Acute Ischemic Stroke

The FDA has approved TNKase, a tissue plasminogen, clot-dissolving agent, to treat acute ischemic stroke in adults, according to the manufacturer.

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.

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.

The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to a Bay Area commercial stage medical technology company for its novel large-bore catheter stroke thrombectomy system.

SAN DIEGO — Contraceptive use did not significantly increase risk of vascular events overall for women who experience migraines, although those who experience migraine with aura had an increased risk, data show.

Endovascular therapy was linked with improved outcomes across five cognitive tests in those with acute ischemic stroke, according to research published in Neurology.

DENVER — Patients with acute ischemic stroke who received IV thrombolysis and were allowed mobility within the first 24 hours of onset saw better functional outcomes in 90 days, according to a poster presentation.

DENVER — In acute ischemic stroke requiring thrombolysis, informed consent requires communication and balance between the wishes of the patient, surrogates and physicians, according to a literature review.

Data from a cross-sectional study showed that U.S. adults who reported cannabis use had a higher risk for coronary heart disease, MI and stroke compared with nonusers.