Neuroprotective Effect of Pre-Stroke Statin Therapy in a Cohort of Elderly Ischemic Stroke Patients (P03.195)

CONCLUSIONS: Pre-stroke statin treatment is strongly associated with improved functionality and cognition in elderly patients. Mortality and recurrence rates were similar in all patients, independently of pre-stroke statin treatment.Disclosure: Dr. Alonzo has nothing to disclose. Dr. Ramirez Campos has nothing to disclose. Dr. Brescacin has nothing to disclose. Dr. Ramirez Campos has nothing to disclose. Dr. Camera has nothing to disclose. Dr. Waisman has nothing to disclose. Dr. Cristiano has received personal compensation for activities with Bayer, Biogen Idec, Merck & Co., Inc., and Novartis.
Source: Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: P03 Cerebrovascular Disease III Source Type: research