Protocols and guidelines for stroke in children: Point, counter point

Cerebrovascular diseases carry a heavy burden of disease in children with consequences that last a lifetime1. Perinatal stroke causes most hemiparetic cerebral palsy with additional non-motor consequences affecting diverse aspects of development and quality of life2. Stroke during childhood is also associated with broad neurodevelopmental disabilities and morbidity. Amongst a myriad of potential pathophysiological mechanisms, few are directly treatable and prevention strategies are the exception rather than the rule3,4.
Source: Pediatric Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Opinion Paper Source Type: research