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Factors for short-term outcomes in patients with a minor stroke: results from China National Stroke Registry
In this study, we aimed to identify which factors were associated with adverse outcomes of a minor stroke. Methods: The China National Stroke Registry (CNSR) is a nationwide prospective registry for patients presented to hospitals with acute cerebrovascular events between September 2007 and August 2008. The 3-month follow-up was completed in 4669 patients with a minor stroke defined as the initial neurological severity lower than 4 in the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS). Multivariate model was used to determine the association between risk factors and clinical outcomes. Results: Of 4669 patients with a m...
Source: BMC Neurology - December 9, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Lingyun WuAnxin WangXianwei WangXingquan ZhaoChunxue WangLiping LiuHuaguang ZhengYongjun WangYibin CaoYilong Wangon behalf of the China National Stroke Registry investigators Source Type: research

PRospective Observational POLIsh Study on post-stroke delirium (PROPOLIS): methodology of hospital-based cohort study on delirium prevalence, predictors and diagnostic tools
This study is designed to provide information on clinical manifestation, diagnostic methods and determinants of delirium spectrum disorders in acute stroke phase and their short and long-term consequences. Collected information allow us to create a predictive model for post-stroke delirium.
Source: BMC Neurology - June 19, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Elzbieta KlimiecTomasz DziedzicKatarzyna KowalskaAleksandra SzyperJoanna PeraPaulina PotoczekAgnieszka SlowikAleksandra Klimkowicz-Mrowiec Source Type: research

Depression and anxiety symptoms post-stroke/ TIA: prevalence and associations in cross-sectional data from a regional stroke registry
We described cross-sectional prevalence of depression and anxiety symptoms using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Data on clinical and demographic details was collected and univariable and multivariable analyses performed to describe associations with HADS scores. We examined those with a diagnosis of `stroke? and `TIA? as separate cohorts. Results: From 13,283 potentially eligible stroke patients in the registry, we had full HADS data on 4,079. Of the 3,584 potentially eligible TIA patients, we had full HADS data on 1,247 patients. Across the stroke cohort, 1181 (29%) had HADS anxiety scores suggestive of...
Source: BMC Neurology - October 1, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Niall BroomfieldTerence QuinnAzmil Abdul-RahimMatthew WaltersJonathan Evans Source Type: research

Effect of pre-stroke statin use on stroke severity and early functional recovery: a retrospective cohort study
Background: Experimental studies suggest that pre-stroke statin treatment has a dual effect of neuroprotection during ischemia and neurorestoration after ischemic injury. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of pre-stroke statin use on initial stroke severity and early clinical outcome. Methods: We used a prospective database enrolling patients with acute ischemic stroke from 12 hospitals in Korea between April 2008 and January 2012. Primary endpoint was the initial stroke severity as measured by the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score. Secondary endpoints were good outcome (modified Rankin...
Source: BMC Neurology - July 30, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Jay ChoiJi LeeTai ParkYong-Jin ChoJong-Moo ParkKyusik KangKyung LeeSoo-Joo LeeYoungchai KoJun LeeJoon-Tae KimKyung-Ho YuByung-Chul LeeJae-Kwan ChaDae-Hyun KimJuneyoung LeeDong-Eog KimMyung JangBeom KimMoon-Ku HanHee-Joon BaeKeun-Sik Hong Source Type: research

HEart and BRain interfaces in Acute ischemic Stroke (HEBRAS) – rationale and design of a prospective oberservational cohort study
DiscussionBy comparing the results of routine diagnostic care to the study-specific MRI/ECG approach, the primary outcome of HEBRAS is the proportion of stroke patients with pathologic diagnostic findings. Predefined secondary outcomes are the association of stroke localization, autonomic dysbalance and cardiac dysfunction as well as the effect of impaired heart-rate-variability on long-term clinical outcome.The investigator-initiated HEBRAS study will assess whether an enhanced MRI approach and a prolonged ECG monitoring yield a higher rate of pathological findings than current standard diagnostic care to determine stroke...
Source: BMC Neurology - October 22, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Karl HaeuslerUlrike GrittnerJochen FiebachMatthias EndresThomas KrauseChristian Nolte Source Type: research

Depression and anxiety symptoms post-stroke/TIA: prevalence and associations in cross-sectional data from a regional stroke registry
We described cross-sectional prevalence of depression and anxiety symptoms using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Data on clinical and demographic details was collected and univariable and multivariable analyses performed to describe associations with HADS scores. We examined those with a diagnosis of ‘stroke’ and ‘TIA’ as separate cohorts. Results: From 13,283 potentially eligible stroke patients in the registry, we had full HADS data on 4,079. Of the 3,584 potentially eligible TIA patients, we had full HADS data on 1,247 patients. Across the stroke cohort, 1181 (29%) had HADS anxiety scores sugge...
Source: BMC Neurology - October 1, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Niall BroomfieldTerence QuinnAzmil Abdul-RahimMatthew WaltersJonathan Evans Source Type: research

An investigation of cortical neuroplasticity following stroke in adults: is there evidence for a critical window for rehabilitation?
DiscussionThe data from this trial will clarify whether there is a critical window for neuroplastic change in the brain following stroke. If so, intensive rehabilitation during this period could be more effective, reducing long-term disability and the cost burden of stroke.
Source: BMC Neurology - July 11, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Michelle McDonnellSimon KoblarNick WardJohn RothwellBrenton HordacreMichael Ridding Source Type: research

Left atrial volumes and associated stroke subtypes
This study is a standardized review of 633 patients admitted to the stroke service of a tertiary care hospital following a standardized stroke investigation and management pathway. Stroke subtypes were characterized using the Causative Classification System, using the hospitals online radiologic archival system with CCS certified stroke investigators. Patients with two mechanisms were excluded. Results: Patients with cardioembolic stroke had a higher proportion of atrial fibrillation (p
Source: BMC Neurology - October 18, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Quratulain ShaikhBilal AhmedMaryam AhmedJamal MaharMasood AhmadAyesha AhmedFarzin MajeedFariha AliMaria KhanAyeesha Kamal Source Type: research

Korean Stroke Cohort for functioning and rehabilitation (KOSCO): study rationale and protocol of a multi-centre prospective cohort study
This study is designed as a 10-year, longitudinal follow-up investigating the residual disabilities, activity limitations, and quality of life issues arising in patients suffering from first-ever stroke. The main objectives of this study are to identify the factors that influence residual disability and long-term quality of life. The secondary objectives of this study are to determine the risk of mortality and recurrent vascular events in patients with acute first-ever stroke. We will investigate longitudinal health behaviors and patterns of healthcare utilization, including stroke rehabilitation care. We will also investi...
Source: BMC Neurology - March 25, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Won ChangMin SohnJongmin LeeDeog KimSam-Gyu LeeYong-Il ShinGyung-Jae OhYang-Soo LeeMin JooEun HanYun-Hee Kim Source Type: research

Apathy and suicide-related ideation 3 months after stroke: a cross-sectional study
Background: Both apathy and suicide are common in poststroke patients. However, the association between poststroke apathy and suicide-related ideation (SI) in Chinese stroke patients is not clear and poorly understood. The aim of this study was to examine the association between apathy and SI in stroke. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted to investigate the association in 518 stroke survivors from Acute Stroke Unit of the Prince of Wales Hospital in Hong Kong. Geriatric Mental State Examination-Version A (GMS) and Neuropsychiatric Inventory-apathy subscale (NPI-apathy) were employed to assess poststroke SI and a...
Source: BMC Neurology - April 23, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Wai TangLara CaeiroChieh LauHuajun LiangVincent MokGabor UngvariKa Wong Source Type: research

Gothenburg very early supported discharge study (GOTVED) NCT01622205: a block randomized trial with superiority design of very early supported discharge for patients with stroke
Background: Stroke is the disease with the highest costs for hospital care and also after discharge. Early supported discharge (ESD) has shown to be efficient and safe and the best results with well-organised discharge teams and patients with less severe strokes.The aim is to investigate if very early supported discharge (VESD) for stroke patients in need for on-going individualised rehabilitation at home is useful for the patient and cost effective. Methods: A randomized controlled trial comparing VESD with ordinary discharge. Inclusion criteria: confirmed stroke,>18 years of age, living within 30 min from the stroke unit...
Source: BMC Neurology - June 24, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Katharina SunnerhagenAnna DanielssonRafsten LenaAnn BjörkdahlÅsa AxelssonÅsa NordinCathrine PeterssonÅsa Lundgren-NilssonFröjd Karin Source Type: research

Determinants of post-stroke depression among stroke survivors at University of Gondar Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: a case-control study
Stroke is one of the most common causes of disability among adults. Post-stroke depression (PSD) is a frequent neuropsychiatric complication in stroke patients. Despite the increasing prevalence of stroke, the...
Source: BMC Neurology - December 1, 2022 Category: Neurology Authors: Ephrem Fantu, Workagegnehu Hailu, Nebiyu Bekele, Tewodros Tsegaye, Melaku Tadesse and Mezgebu Silamsaw Asres Tags: Research Source Type: research

Associations between quality of life and socioeconomic factors, functional impairments and dissatisfaction with received information and home-care services among survivors living at home two years after stroke onset
This study explores the associations between QoL and socioeconomic factors, functional impairments and self-reported dissatisfaction with received information and home-care services among survivors two years after stroke onset. This problem remains partially addressed though optimal information and services may improve survivors' QoL. Methods: Stroke-survivors admitted to all hospitals in Luxembourg 18 months or more previously were identified using the only care-expenditure-reimbursement national system database. The clinical diagnosis was confirmed. Ninety four patients aged 65 years and living at home were interviewed t...
Source: BMC Neurology - April 28, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Michèle BaumannEtienne Le BihanKénora ChauNearkasen Chau Source Type: research

Incidence and predictors of post stroke seizure among adult stroke patients admitted at Felege Hiwot compressive specialized hospital, Bahir Dar, North West Ethiopia, 2021: a retrospective follow up study
A post stroke seizure is a period of neurological dysfunction caused by abnormal neuronal activity. Seizures after a stroke have an impact on patients' lives and increase mortality in stroke patients. It also ...
Source: BMC Neurology - January 25, 2023 Category: Neurology Authors: Tadios Lidetu and Dagmawit Zewdu Tags: Research Source Type: research

Social work after stroke: identifying demand for support by recording stroke patients ’ and carers’ needs in different phases after stroke
Previous studies examining social work interventions in stroke often lack information on content, methods and timing over different phases of care including acute hospital, rehabilitation and out-patient care....
Source: BMC Neurology - July 20, 2016 Category: Neurology Authors: Inken Padberg, Petra Knispel, Susanne Z öllner, Meike Sieveking, Alice Schneider, Jens Steinbrink, Peter U. Heuschmann, Ian Wellwood and Andreas Meisel Source Type: research