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Validity of Hospital Discharge Diagnosis Codes for Stroke: The Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study Clinical Sciences
Conclusions— A new AHA/ASA discharge code grouping to identify stroke had similar PPV and lower sensitivity compared with an alternative code grouping. Accuracy varied by patient characteristics and study sites.
Source: Stroke - October 27, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Jones, S. A., Gottesman, R. F., Shahar, E., Wruck, L., Rosamond, W. D. Tags: Cerebrovascular disease/stroke, Epidemiology Clinical Sciences Source Type: research

Strokes Associated With Pregnancy and Puerperium Clinical Sciences
Conclusions—The incidence of pregnancy-associated stroke in Japan did not seem higher than that in other Asian and Western countries. The proportion of hemorrhagic stroke among Japanese women was much higher than that in white women. Preexisting cerebrovascular diseases and reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome play a key role in hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke, respectively.
Source: Stroke - January 22, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Kazumichi Yoshida, Jun C. Takahashi, Yohei Takenobu, Norihiro Suzuki, Akira Ogawa, Susumu Miyamoto Tags: Epidemiology, Pregnancy, Cerebrovascular Disease/Stroke Original Contributions Source Type: research

Ultra-short door-to-needle times of 10 minutes or less in stroke thrombolysis - experience from 63 cases (S8.002)
Conclusions:An ultra-short DNT ≤10 minutes can be achieved safely in unequivocal clinical scenarios, with pre-notification of the multidisciplinary stroke team practically being a sine-qua-non.Disclosure: Dr. Topakian has nothing to disclose. Dr. Hörmanseder has nothing to disclose. Dr. Einsiedler has nothing to disclose. Dr. Straka has nothing to disclose. Dr. Oel has nothing to disclose. Dr. Metschitzer has nothing to disclose. Dr. Pischinger has nothing to disclose. Dr. Groicher has nothing to disclose. Dr. Müller has nothing to disclose. Dr. Vollmann has nothing to disclose. Dr. Kure has nothing to disclos...
Source: Neurology - April 17, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Topakian, R., Hormanseder, B., Einsiedler, S., Straka, U., Oel, D., Metschitzer, B., Pischinger, B., Groicher, S., Muller, P., Vollmann, P., Kure, V., Farmer, D., Mezger, M., Wimmer, F., Sperl, W., Karrer, A., Funk, S., Lampl, R., Lugmayr, H., Schusterede Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease and Interventional Neurology: Acute Stroke Treatment Source Type: research

A multi-modal approach to quality improvement: reducing 'door-to-ct' time in potenitally thombolysable stroke patients
Conclusion Early thrombolysis has been shown to improve outcomes in patients with ischaemic stroke.2 Reducing ‘Door-to-CT' scan time in the ED is an important step in enabling a reduction in the overall DTN time. This can be achieved by stream-lining key processes in the patient journey through the ED. A multi-modal approach ensured this change was introduced safely and effectively whilst re-enforcing a core change to standard working practice. Further work on process mapping and the delivery of thrombolysis is the next obvious step in further reduction in DTN time. Figure 1Quality Improvement Run Chart 'Door-t...
Source: Emergency Medicine Journal - November 17, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Waterson, F., Braithwaite, I., Tuck, I., Alcock, R. Tags: Stroke, Radiology, Clinical diagnostic tests, Radiology (diagnostics) RCEM Lightning presentations Source Type: research

Time to ct scan imaging after symptom onset among ischeamic stroke patients presenting to a quaternary hospital in ghana
This study sought to determine the time of onset of symptoms to the time a CT imaging was done among patients presenting with acute stroke at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - March 30, 2023 Category: Neurology Authors: F. Duodu, D. Brodie Mends, B. Agbinko-Djobalar, P. Pekyi-Boateng, M. Amerwornu, P Adjei, A Akpalu, K Nkromah Source Type: research

Sickle Cell Disease and Stroke Illustrative Teaching Case
Source: Stroke - May 27, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Talahma, M., Strbian, D., Sundararajan, S. Tags: Acute Cerebral Hemorrhage, Acute Cerebral Infarction, Emergency treatment of Stroke, Genetics of Stroke Illustrative Teaching Case Source Type: research

Rate of Endovascular Therapy in Octogenarian/Nonagenarian Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients Compared to Younger Patients (I2.007)
Conclusions: Frequency of EVT and IV-TPA use in AIS patients 蠅80years are increasing but rates remain significantly lower compared with younger patients. Disparity in EVT use in octogenarian/nonagenarian also exists by race and hospital factors. Targeted efforts are needed to lessen this disparity.Disclosure: Dr. Otite has nothing to disclose. Dr. Khandelwal has nothing to disclose. Dr. Tipirneni has nothing to disclose. Dr. Fellman has nothing to disclose. Dr. Malik has nothing to disclose. Dr. Yavagal has received personal compensation for activities with Covidien/evV3 as a consultant and Steering Committee Member...
Source: Neurology - April 3, 2016 Category: Neurology Authors: Otite, F., Khandelwal, P., Tipirneni, A., Fellman, M., Malik, A., Yavagal, D., Chaturvedi, S. Tags: Stroke in the Elderly and Young: Challenges for the Next Decade Data Blitz Presentations Source Type: research

Thrombolysis and Outcome of Young Stroke Patients Over the Last Decade: Insights From the Nationwide Inpatient Sample
Background: A recent study found a trend toward increasing hospitalizations for acute ischemic stroke (AIS) among young adults, raising concern for this subgroup. In the present study, we evaluated trends of use of thrombolysis and outcome among young adults (19-44 years of age) with AIS using a nationally representative administrative database.Methods: Discharge data were obtained from Nationwide Inpatient Sample between 2001 and 2009. Hospitalizations with a discharge diagnosis of AIS for patients 19 to 44 years of age were included. Use of thrombolysis was determined within this subset. The Cochran–Armitage test was u...
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - June 11, 2012 Category: Neurology Authors: Amit Kansara, Seemant Chaturvedi, Pratik Bhattacharya Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Stroke Heroes 2016
The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Puget Sound Division, along with our sponsor Medtronic, congratulates the honorees for this year's Stroke Hero Awards. We had amazing stories sent to us. Thank you to all of you who submitted a nomination. Here are some of the inspiring individuals honored this year as a Stroke Hero. AMY MOORE, Stroke Survivor Amy is described as a truly an inspiring person who has never let her stroke stop her from accomplishing her goals. Her stroke was diagnosed at six months of age and left her legally blind. Amy learned Braille during her first two years of high school an...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - July 12, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

248 An Evaluation of Patient Education Post-Stroke
ConclusionThese results illustrate areas in which we can improve education post-stroke, including ensuring patients receive individualised information about the aetiology of their stroke, risk factors and the importance of new medications. It also highlights the importance of ensuring advice regarding driving is clearly explained and documented.
Source: Age and Ageing - September 16, 2019 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Validation of Siriraj Stroke Score in southeast Nigeria
Innocent Ijezie Chukwuonye,1 Kenneth Arinze Ohagwu,2 Enoch Ogbonnaya Uche,3,4 Abali Chuku,5 Rowland Ihezuo Nw.e,2 Christopher Chukwuemeka Ohagwu,6 Ignatius U Ezeani,7 Collins Ogbonna Nwabuko,8 Martin Anazodo Nnoli,9 Efosa Oviasu,4,10 Okechukwu Samuel Ogah4,11 1Division of Nephrology, 2Division of Neurology, Department of Internal Medicine, Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia, Nigeria; 3Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria; 4Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia, Nigeria; 5Department of Ophthalmology, Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia, Nigeria; 6Department of Radiograp...
Source: International Journal of General Medicine - October 23, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Tags: International Journal of General Medicine Source Type: research

Pattern of Acute Stroke Presentation in a Young Tertiary Hospital in South-South, Nigeria: Appraisal of Risk Factors and Clinical Outcomes (P1.118)
CONCLUSION: Stroke is associated with high mortality with patients presenting relatively young. Hemorrhagic stroke is common though ischemic stroke is still the commonest. Hypertension is the commonest risk factor. Family history of stroke and recurrent or history of previous stroke are also high.Disclosure: Dr. Obiabo has received personal compensation for activities with Novartis as a speaker.
Source: Neurology - April 3, 2016 Category: Neurology Authors: Obiabo, Y. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease: Epidemiology Source Type: research

Differences in Ischaemic and Haemorrhagic Strokes in Sri Lanka: 7-year data from the Ragama Stroke Registry (P1.092)
CONCLUSIONS:Clinical and risk factor profiles were different between ICH and IS patients. Stroke severity and functional disability were higher among ICH patients. Study Supported by:Ragama Stroke Registry has been partly supported by research grants from the University of Kelaniya and Research Institute, International Medical Centre of Japan.Disclosure: Dr. Ranawaka has nothing to disclose. Dr. Peiris has nothing to disclose. Dr. Thirumavalavan has nothing to disclose. Dr. Premawansa has nothing to disclose. Dr. Kasthuriratne has nothing to disclose.
Source: Neurology - April 8, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Ranawaka, U., Peiris, A., Thirumavalavan, K., Premawansa, G., Kasthuriratne, A. Tags: Neuroepidemiology: Cerebrovascular Disease, Critical Care, Epilepsy, Child Neurology, and Sleep Source Type: research

Glucose and lipid assessment in patients with acute stroke
Conclusions: The detection of abnormal metabolic milieu is a window of opportunity for aggressive management in persons with stroke as this will improve outcome. Routine screening for hyperglycaemia in persons with stroke using glycosylated haemoglobin tests and blood glucose may uncover previously undiagnosed DM.
Source: International Archives of Medicine - October 23, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Anthonia OgberaOlajumoke OshinaikeOlusola DadaAyodeji Brodie-MendsChukwuma Ekpebegh Source Type: research

A Survey on Knowledge of Stroke Subtypes and Etiology at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (P1.260)
Conclusions: HS is an under recognized part of stroke subtype at MTRH. Kenya has yet to develop specific national guidelines for HS management. The goal is to utilize the results from this survey to develop education and process improvement initiatives. We hope this will translate into improved care and outcomes for patients with stroke at MTRH.Disclosure: Dr. Lin has nothing to disclose. Dr. Guhwe has nothing to disclose. Dr. Vakani has nothing to disclose. Dr. Kussin has nothing to disclose. Dr. Graffagnino has received personal compensation for activities with Alsius and Medivance as an advisor.
Source: Neurology - April 3, 2016 Category: Neurology Authors: Lin, C., Guhwe, M., Vakani, R., Kussin, P., Graffagnino, C. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease: Health Disparities Source Type: research

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