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Topic: Clot
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American Stroke Association says Receiving a Clot-Buster Drug before reaching the Hospital may Reduce Stroke DisabilityAmerican Stroke Association Meeting Report
Researchers analyzed results from 658 stroke patients who were treated with tPA – a drug that dissolves blood clots. About half of the participants received the clot-busting drug at the hospital, and half received it while still in the ambulance. ![]() The study suggests that ambulances with the personnel and equipment capable of diagnosing ischemic stroke may be worth the extra cost, due to the decrease in patient disability afterward. (American Heart Association) «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
American Stroke Association urges everyone to learn ‘FAST’ response to stroke for World Stroke Day
“In hindsight, we did the right thing, the wrong way,” Barbara Merritt said. “We should have called 911 right away. Fortunately, Dan’s story turned out okay, but we know we got incredibly lucky.”
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American Stroke Association reports Imaging, not Time, may determine who is right for Stroke Clot RemovalAmerican Stroke Association Meeting Report
An ischemic stroke is caused by lack of blood reaching part of the brain. Endovascular treatment – which mechanically removes the blood clot blocking the path to the brain – benefits patients when performed within six hours of symptom onset. Drug treatment to bust the clot is beneficial up to 4.5 hours. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
American Heart Association says poor response to Cholesterol Drugs may indicate blocked Arteries
Low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is considered the “bad” cholesterol because it contributes to plaque buildup, thick, hard deposit that can clog arteries and make them less flexible. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
American Heart Association says that in mild strokes, ultra-early treatment may eliminate risk of disability
The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recommends getting to a hospital within three hours of the onset of stroke symptoms. According to guidelines, clot-busting drugs may be given to treat stroke up to 4.5 hours after the onset of symptoms. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
American Heart Association says despite benefit, hospitals alerted about incoming stroke patients only 2/3 of the timeResearchers say improved stroke care systems can address geographical and other factors affecting EMS pre-notification.
That’s according to two separate Get With The Guidelines®– Stroke program studies published in American Heart Association journals. The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recommends EMS notify hospitals of incoming stroke patients to allow stroke teams to prepare for prompt evaluation and treatment. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Ischemic Stroke Hospitalizations decline in middle aged and elderly, but increase in young
Analysts at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reviewing hospitalization data by age and gender, identified declining rates of 51 percent in girls 0-4 years and 25 percent in men and 29 percent in women over 45. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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