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Secondary Stroke Prevention in Nonvalvular AF Secondary Stroke Prevention in Nonvalvular AF
This review offers evidence-based guidance to clinicians on appropriate stroke prevention therapies in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, along with a cost-effectiveness analysis.Southern Medical Journal
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - January 5, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Causes of Death in Anticoagulated Patients With AF Causes of Death in Anticoagulated Patients With AF
This study aimed to analyze and compare causes of death in patients with atrial fibrillation receiving direct oral anticoagulants or warfarin for prevention of stroke and thromboembolism.Journal of the American College of Cardiology
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - January 4, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Catheter-based Interventions for Acute Ischaemic Stroke Catheter-based Interventions for Acute Ischaemic Stroke
This article presents a comprehensive overview of mechanical interventions for acute ischemic stroke, which, in most cases, is fast becoming preferred over medical treatment alone.European Heart Journal
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - December 12, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Atrial Fibrillation and Risk of Stroke Atrial Fibrillation and Risk of Stroke
Atrial fibrillation is a well-established risk factor for ischemic stroke. But how much of that risk is dependent on concomitant stroke risk factors?Europace
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - December 5, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

rt-PA After Antagonizing Dabigatran by Idarucizumab rt-PA After Antagonizing Dabigatran by Idarucizumab
This case demonstrates the safe and successful treatment of ischemic stroke with rt-PA in a patient on dabigatran, following reversal of dabigatran with idarucizumab.Journal of Medical Case Reports
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - November 8, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery Journal Article Source Type: news

AVR: Mechanical vs Biological Prostheses AVR: Mechanical vs Biological Prostheses
Are bioprosthetic valves associated with better long-term survival and reduced risk of stroke after AVR than mechanical valves?European Heart Journal
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 13, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Catheter Ablation for AF and Incidence of Stroke and Death Catheter Ablation for AF and Incidence of Stroke and Death
Catheter ablation of AF reduces the number of AF episodes and improves quality of life--but does it impact prognosis or risk of stroke?European Heart Journal
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 4, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Optimizing Stroke Prevention in Patients With AF Optimizing Stroke Prevention in Patients With AF
Can a computerized antithrombotic risk assessment tool improve clinical decision making regarding antithrombotic therapies for patients with atrial fibrillation?Preventing Chronic Disease
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - September 13, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Loneliness, Social Isolation as Risk Factors for CHD, StrokeLoneliness, Social Isolation as Risk Factors for CHD, Stroke
This study examines the influence of social relationships on cardiovascular health. Heart
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - July 15, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

tDCS of the Motor Cortex in Post-Stroke AphasiatDCS of the Motor Cortex in Post-Stroke Aphasia
This study evaluated the impact of transcranial direct current stimulation on function and activity-related outcomes in chronic post-stroke aphasia. Brain
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - June 29, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery Journal Article Source Type: news

European Stroke Organisation Conference (ESOC) 2016European Stroke Organisation Conference (ESOC) 2016
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from ESOC 2016. Medscape Neurology
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - May 11, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Conference Coverage Source Type: news

Morning Home BP Is a Strong Predictor of CADMorning Home BP Is a Strong Predictor of CAD
Might self-measured morning home blood pressure be superior to in-office BP as a predictor of coronary events and stroke? Journal of the American College of Cardiology
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - May 9, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Heart Disease, Stroke Remain Top Killers in US, WorldwideHeart Disease, Stroke Remain Top Killers in US, Worldwide
While the U.S. has made progress in reducing mortality from heart attacks and strokes, there's still a long way to go, according to the most recent statistics. The Nation's Health
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - April 28, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Public Health & Prevention Journal Article Source Type: news

Initial BP, Stroke Severity, and Outcome in Stroke SubtypesInitial BP, Stroke Severity, and Outcome in Stroke Subtypes
How does initial blood pressure on admission for stroke--be it high or low--correlate with costs and one-year outcomes? BMC Neurology
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - April 7, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery Journal Article Source Type: news

ICAT for Predicting ICU Needs After Thrombolysis in StrokeICAT for Predicting ICU Needs After Thrombolysis in Stroke
The ICAT score may be helpful in predicting the critical care needs of acute stroke patients after IV thrombolysis. Critical Care
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - April 1, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Critical Care Journal Article Source Type: news