Recurrent Stroke
GLP-1 may have potential to improve poststroke outcomes, prognosis
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.
Apixaban did not prevent recurrent stroke vs. aspirin in atrial cardiopathy without AF
Anticoagulation with apixaban after cryptogenic stroke with evidence of atrial cardiopathy and no atrial fibrillation did not prevent recurrent stroke compared with aspirin, researchers reported.
More intensive blood pressure-lowering therapy linked to reduced recurrent stroke risk
More intensive blood pressure-lowering therapy was linked to reduced risk for recurrent stroke and major cardiovascular events in patients with stroke or transient ischemic attack, according to research in JAMA Neurology.
Risk for recurrent stroke declines over past 20 years, particularly in women survivors
Recurrent stroke risk has declined over the past 2 decades, with women experiencing a twofold decline compared with men, according to preliminary research presented at the International Stroke Conference.
Complicated carotid artery plaques present underrecognized risk for recurrent stroke
Among patients with cryptogenic stroke, ipsilateral complicated carotid artery plaque detected by MRI was associated with elevated risk for recurrent ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack, data show.
Cannabis use tied to recurrent stroke risk in young adults
Habitual cannabis use was associated with greater risk for recurrent stroke among younger adults with a history of stroke or transient ischemic attack vs. nonuse, according to data presented at the International Stroke Conference.
New formula identifies candidates for PFO closure to prevent recurrent stroke
A new classification system accurately predicted which patients with ischemic stroke of unknown original might benefit from patent foramen ovale closure.
Xarelto outperforms aspirin in reducing recurrent stroke risk
Xarelto was superior to aspirin for lowering the risk for recurrent stroke or systemic embolism among individuals with left ventricular dysfunction, according to results of a post hoc exploratory analysis of a randomized clinical trial.
AHA: Patients should visit PCP within 3 weeks of stroke to prevent recurrence
The American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, has published a new scientific statement outlining the role of primary care providers in post-stroke care.
Carotid web increases risk for recurrent stroke within 2 years of index event
One in six patients with a symptomatic carotid web experienced a recurrent stroke within 2 years of the index stroke, according to results of a cohort study of more than 3,400 patients with large vessel occlusion stroke.