Recanalization Modulates Association Between Blood Pressure and Functional Outcome in Acute Ischemic Stroke [Clinical Sciences]

Conclusions—
Systemic BP in the first 24 hours after ischemic stroke influences 3-month clinical outcome. This association is dependent on the revascularization status.

Source: Stroke - May 22, 2016 Category: Neurology Authors: Martins, A. I., Sargento-Freitas, J., Silva, F., Jesus-Ribeiro, J., Correia, I., Gomes, J. P., Aguiar-Goncalves, M., Cardoso, L., Machado, C., Rodrigues, B., Santo, G. C., Cunha, L. Tags: High Blood Pressure, Hypertension, Cerebrovascular Procedures, Ischemic Stroke Clinical Sciences Source Type: research