Stroke
Self-perceived stress linked to cryptogenic ischemic stroke in young women
Self-perceived stress among young women was significantly associated with increased risk for early-onset cryptogenic ischemic stroke, even after adjustment for traditional risk factors, according to a study published in Neurology.
Exercise tied to reduced risk for some neuropsychiatric diseases
People who engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity may be less likely to develop dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression and sleep disorders compared with those with more sedentary behavior, according to preliminary study results.
Early hyponatremia after starting thiazide associated with increased mortality risk
Patients who develop early hyponatremia after starting thiazide diuretics have a higher mortality risk than those with normal sodium levels, according to retrospective study data.
HbA1c, glycemic control worsened for US adults with diabetes from 2020 to 2023
The prevalence of diabetes in the U.S. did not significantly change from 2013 to 2023, but the percentage of adults with diabetes achieving glycemic control fell after 2020, according to a research letter published in JAMA.
Q&A: Stroke rehabilitation guideline helps physicians 'provide holistic care' for veterans
With a new clinical practice guideline, primary care providers can offer the best stroke rehabilitation care possible to service members and veterans, according to an expert.
Glomerular hyperfiltration may increase CVD risk for patients with type 2 diabetes
Glomerular hyperfiltration may increase CVD risks, including myocardial infarction and heart failure, for patients with type 2 diabetes, study data show.
Top in cardiology: Bleeding rates higher with rivaroxaban; oral anticoagulants for stroke
A systematic review and meta-analysis of nine trials comparing non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants with low-dose aspirin revealed a link between rivaroxaban and higher rates of major bleeding and intracranial hemorrhage vs. aspirin.
Mnemonic video linked to faster 911 call response for stroke
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.
Inaccurate aspirin allergy labels increase odds for poor stroke outcomes
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.
DOACs lower stroke, raise hemorrhage risk in those with prior brain hemorrhage plus AF
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.