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Intakes of magnesium, potassium, and calcium and the risk of stroke among men
ConclusionsA diet rich in magnesium, potassium, and calcium may contribute to reduced risk of stroke among men. Because of significant collinearity, the independent contribution of each cation is difficult to define.
Source: International Journal of Stroke - June 4, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Sally N. Adebamowo, Donna Spiegelman, Alan J. Flint, Walter C. Willett, Kathryn M. Rexrode Tags: Research Source Type: research

Ischemic stroke in patients with cancer: Is it different from usual strokes?
ConclusionsISC‐active, but not ISC‐inactive, is distinct in terms of risk factors, stroke mechanisms, and lesion patterns. Chronic inflammation and an activated coagulation system may contribute to the pathogenic mechanism of strokes, the extent of each depending on the activity and severity of cancer.
Source: International Journal of Stroke - August 26, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Eun‐Jae Lee, Hyun‐Wook Nah, Joo‐Young Kwon, Dong‐Wha Kang, Sun U. Kwon, Jong S. Kim Tags: Research Source Type: research

Life after stroke – is palliative care relevant?
Only about 50% of people who have a stroke survive to five‐years. Clinicians should identify those most at risk of dying, and gradually integrate palliative care. Such holistic and anticipatory care will be of benefit to patients and their family carers; should reduce futile treatments, medications, or unsuccessful resuscitation attempts; and help more people die how and where they choose. Research is exploring how best to provide palliative and end‐of‐life care in acute stroke units, but how best to improve holistic, ongoing care in the community is poorly understood. The concept of fluctuating illness trajectories ...
Source: International Journal of Stroke - July 23, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Gillian E. Mead, Eileen Cowey, Scott A. Murray Tags: Leading opinion Source Type: research

Stroke and cancer: misfortunes never come singularly
Source: International Journal of Stroke - July 23, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Bun Sheng, Man Kei Fong, Yim Pui Chu, Adrian Piers Yan Yue Cheong, Sophia Kar Yee Teng, Jenny Pui San Chu, Wai Man Yip, Danny Hoi Fan Chow Tags: Letter to the editor Source Type: research