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Elevated Incidence of Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke in Patients With Atrial Flutter—A Population-Based Study
ConclusionsPatients with isolated atrial flutter develop AF and stroke at a higher rate than the general population. Catheter ablation reduces but does not eliminate future AF incidence and stroke risk and continued anticoagulation after successful atrial flutter ablation might therefore be warranted.RésuméIntroductionOn ignore le risque d’accident vasculaire cérébral (AVC) dû au flutter auriculaire et sa relation avec la progression de la fibrillation auriculaire (FA). La présente étude décrit l’incidence de la FA et de l'AVC chez les patients atteints de flutter auriculaire, et montre si l’ablation du flutt...
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - July 10, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research
Aerobic Training in Canadian Stroke Rehabilitation Programs.
CONCLUSIONS: Most stroke rehabilitation programs across Canada include AT. People with severe physical impairment and those with cardiac, metabolic, and hemodynamic comorbidities may be excluded or not appropriately monitored during exercise. More detailed guidelines and training practices are needed to address these challenges.Video Abstract available for more insights from the authors (see Video, Supplemental Digital Content 1, available at: http://links.lww.com/JNPT/A233).
PMID: 30138234 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Physical Therapy - August 22, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Nathoo C, Buren S, El-Haddad R, Feldman K, Schroeder E, Brooks D, Inness EL, Marzolini S Tags: J Neurol Phys Ther Source Type: research
The multiple causes of stroke in atrial fibrillation: Thinking broadly
Publication date: Available online 30 August 2018Source: Canadian Journal of CardiologyAuthor(s): Atlantic D’Souza, Kenneth S. Butcher, Brian H. BuckAbstract:Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is numerically the most important risk factor for stroke. It is well established that patients with AF have a five-fold increased risk of stroke relative to those without, and that anticoagulation reduces the risk of stroke by approximately two-thirds. Definitively attributing the mechanism of an individual stroke to AF is much more problematic, however. In fact, there is no way to reliably establish the etiology of any ischemic infarction. ...
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - August 31, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research
XANTUS-EL: A real-world, prospective, observational study of patients treated with rivaroxaban for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation in Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa and Latin America
ConclusionsXANTUS-EL confirmed low stroke and major bleeding rates in patients with NVAF from EEMEA and Latin America. The population was younger but with more heart failure and hypertension than XANTUS; stroke/SE rate was similar but major bleeding lower.
Source: The Egyptian Heart Journal - October 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research
Effects on balance skills and patient compliance of biofeedback training with inertial measurement units and exergaming in subacute stroke: a pilot randomized controlled trial.
Authors: Lupo A, Cinnera AM, Pucello A, Iosa M, Coiro P, Personeni S, Gimigliano F, Iolascon G, Paolucci S, Morone G
Abstract
Stroke patients have reduced balance and postural control that limits their activities of daily living and participation in social life. Recently, many exergaming systems based on video-biofeedback have been developed for balance training in neurological conditions, however their efficacy remains to be proven. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects on balance skills and patient compliance of biofeedback training based on inertial measurement units and exergaming in subacute str...
Source: Functional Neurology - November 22, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: Funct Neurol Source Type: research
Association Between Patient and Physician Sex and Physician-Estimated Stroke and Bleeding Risks in Atrial Fibrillation
ConclusionsOur study is the first to examine the association between patient and physician sex influences and stroke and bleeding risk estimation in AF. While there were differences in agreement between physician estimated stroke risk and calculated CHADS2 scores, these differences were small and unlikely to impact clinical practice; further, despite any perceived differences in the accuracy of risk assessment by sex, most patients received anticoagulation.
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - December 4, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research
Discharge Destination from a Rehabilitation Unit After Acute Ischemic Stroke.
CONCLUSIONS: Several easily measured variables were significantly associated with discharge to LTC versus home following stroke rehabilitation.
PMID: 30739610 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences - February 11, 2019 Category: Neurology Authors: Saab A, Glass-Kaastra S, Young GB Tags: Can J Neurol Sci Source Type: research
Reliability and Validity of the Four-Point Pusher Score: An Assessment Tool for Measuring Lateropulsion and Pusher Behaviour in Adults after Stroke.
Conclusion: The 4PPS is a reliable and valid scale to assess lateropulsion and pusher behaviour in stroke survivors in an in-patient rehabilitation setting.
PMID: 30787497 [PubMed]
Source: Physiotherapy Canada - February 24, 2019 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Chow E, Parkinson S, Jenkin J, Anderson A, King A, Maccanti H, Minaee N, Hill K Tags: Physiother Can Source Type: research
Academic outcome in pediatric ischemic stroke.
Abstract
An important cause of acquired brain injury in children, pediatric ischemic stroke can cause sequelae across a wide range of cognitive domains, including verbal reasoning and processing speed. As a result, survivors are especially vulnerable to academic difficulties and face unique challenges compared to their peers. Despite this knowledge, pediatric stroke remains an understudied neurological condition, and its impact on school functioning poorly understood. The present clinical study addressed academic outcome in this population using a multifaceted approach. Patients were recruited for participation fr...
Source: Child Neuropsychology - January 8, 2020 Category: Child Development Authors: Champigny CM, Deotto A, Westmacott R, Dlamini N, Desrocher M Tags: Child Neuropsychol Source Type: research
Experiences of occupational performance in survivors of stroke attending peer support groups.
This study explores the experiences of occupational performance in survivors of stroke attending an outpatient peer support group.
METHOD.: An interpretive qualitative study using semi-structured interviews was conducted with seven survivors of stroke attending an outpatient peer support group. Data was thematically analyzed.
FINDINGS.: Four themes related to the experience of peer support on occupational performance emerged: finding hope to return to meaningful occupation, a place for belonging, problem-solving occupational concerns, and finding purpose beyond oneself.
IMPLICATIONS.: This research adds to t...
Source: Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy - February 29, 2020 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Wijekoon S, Wilson W, Gowan N, Ferreira L, Phadke C, Udler E, Bontempo T Tags: Can J Occup Ther Source Type: research
A qualitative study of stroke survivors' experience of sensory changes.
This study utilized a qualitative description method. Researchers used semi-structured interviews with probing questions. Inductive content analysis approach was used to analyze the data. Researchers recruited 13 stroke survivors ≤75 years old who participated in a community-based stroke program.
FINDINGS.: Emerging themes included daily life impact of sensory function changes, and experience and timing of sensory changes. Participants experienced changes in various sensory systems including touch and proprioception, visual, auditory, and taste. Survivors also reported sensitivity to environmental stimuli. Sensory c...
Source: Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy - July 21, 2020 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Alwawi DA, Dean E, Heldstab A, Lawson LM, Peltzer J, Dunn W Tags: Can J Occup Ther Source Type: research
Analysis of Thrombolysis Process for Acute Ischemic Stroke in Urban and Rural Hospitals in Nova Scotia Canada
Conclusions: Guidelines and clear protocols are critical in reducing treatment times and ensuring consistent access to treatment. The majority of treatment delays encountered are system delays, which can be appropriately planned for to reduce delays within the care pathway. There is a general consensus that there is an urban-rural treatment gap for acute ischemic stroke patients in Nova Scotia, and that continuing education is key in rural hospitals to improve Emergency Department (ED) physician comfort with treating patients with tPA.
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - March 15, 2021 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Validation of the Canadian TIA Score to Predict Subsequent Stroke Risk in Chinese TIA Patients
Conclusion: The Canadian TIA Score might be a better prognostic score than the ABCD2 score for post-TIA stroke risk, especially in patients with atypical TIA.Cerebrovasc Dis
Source: Cerebrovascular Diseases - May 5, 2022 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Cognitive impairment predicts engagement in inpatient stroke rehabilitation
Patient engagement during inpatient rehabilitation is an important component of rehabilitation therapy, as lower levels of engagement are associated with poorer outcomes. Cognitive deficits may impact patient engagement during inpatient stroke rehabilitation. Here, we assess whether patient performance on the cognitive tasks of the 30-min National Institute of Neurologic Disorders and Stroke – Canadian Stroke Network (NINDS-CSN) screening battery predicts engagement in inpatient stroke rehabilitation. Prospective data from 110 participants completing inpatient stroke rehabilitation at an academic medical center were util...
Source: International Journal of Rehabilitation Research - November 3, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Original articles Source Type: research
Influence of geography, stroke timing, and weather conditions on transport and workflow times: Results from a longitudinal 5-year Canadian provincial registry
CONCLUSION: Geographic factors and stroke timing were associated with EVT workflow times. However, no association with clinical outcomes was seen, suggesting that EVT patients living remote areas of Saskatchewan have similar benefit from EVT compared to urban areas. Every effort should be made to offer timely EVT to patients from remote areas.PMID:37608547 | DOI:10.1177/15910199231196614
Source: Interventional Neuroradiology - August 23, 2023 Category: Radiology Authors: Nima Kashani Johanna Maria Ospel Nishita Singh Amy Zhou Aravind Ganesh Jessalyn Kathryn Holodinsky Mohammed Almekhlafi Saman Fouladirad Adam Frost Lotus Yang Robert Otani Braedon Newton Amit Persad Sanchea Wasyliw Brett R Graham Gary Hunter Aaron Gardner Source Type: research
