Introduction Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the leading cause of cardioembolic stroke and is associated with increased stroke severity and fatality. Early identification of AF is essential for adequate ...

Patients suffering from stroke can now be treated in minutes, thanks to a University of Calgary study that has changed drug ...

Approximately 20% of ischemic strokes involve the posterior circulation, primarily supplied by the vertebrobasilar system. While much is known about the stroke risk of vertebrobasilar stenotic disease ...

Introduction Cognitive impairment is a common consequence after stroke. Intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS) has emerged as a promising cognitive therapy. However, traditional iTBS typically ...

Nicholas Aderinto, MD does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations ...

The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association updated guidelines for the primary prevention of stroke, emphasizing primary care screening, lifestyle management, and risk factor ...

OhioHealth Marion General Hospital received multiple awards from the American Heart Association for its dedication to stroke care. The hospital earned the American Heart Association’s Get With The ...

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MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- Stroke is a leading cause of disability and death in California, according to state health leaders. They say more than 14,000 Californians die of stroke each year and ...

Carol A. Cates, MSN, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, is the chief nursing officer at Odessa Regional Medical Center. You can reach her via e-mail at [email protected] My father-in-law was one of the toughest people ...