Therapeutic Hypothermia After Recanalization in Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke [Clinical Sciences]

Conclusions—
In patients with ischemic stroke, after successful recanalization, therapeutic hypothermia may reduce risk of cerebral edema and hemorrhagic transformation, and lead to improved clinical outcomes.

Source: Stroke - December 23, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Hong, J. M., Lee, J. S., Song, H.-J., Jeong, H. S., Choi, H. A., Lee, K. Tags: Neuroprotectors, Other Stroke Treatment - Medical Clinical Sciences Source Type: research