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Pharmacological stroke prevention in the elderly with atrial fibrillation in Poland – Results of PolSenior study
Conclusions The study was unique to determine the frequency of pharmacological stroke prevention among elderly people with AF in Poland. It occurred that oral anticoagulant drugs were applied too rarely in this group of patients. Educational programs should be developed among general practitioners concerning current recommendations for patients with AF.
Source: Polish Journal of Neurology and Neurosurgery - July 12, 2017 Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research

Oral anticoagulant prescribing in a hyperacute stroke unit
Conclusion Currently, renal impairment is the main determinant for thromboprophylaxis choice. Local guidelines have been created with physician education underway and re-audit planned in 3 months. The authors will present the full data.
Source: Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry - October 14, 2015 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Samani, A., Kayani, M., Asokanathan, A. Tags: Stroke Thur 21, Parallel session 5: Therapeutics Source Type: research

Risk Factors Associated with Ipsilateral Ischemic Events Following Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) for Carotid Artery Stenosis
Conclusions Our data suggest that family history of stroke, cigarette smoking and atrial fibrillation are independent risk factors for developing ischemic events after CEA. In patients with asymptomatic presentation, female gender is also a risk factor. Identification of patients at risk is critical for tailored post-operative patient management and patient education.
Source: World Neurosurgery - December 18, 2015 Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research