Non-valvular atrial fibrillation accounts for 13–26% of acute ischaemic strokes.1 Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are ...

Stroke is a common and serious disorder, and is a leading cause of disability and death in adults. Transient ischaemic attacks are now recognised as being common precursors of stroke, with a high ...

The CATALYST meta-analysis pooled the four studies and identified 5,441 people with acute ischemic stroke and Afib for ...

The NHS has warned UK households about a 'silent killer' condition, stressing the importance of knowing the '"first sign." ...

In a recent study published in BMJ Open, a group of researchers evaluated the effectiveness of acupuncture in reducing the risk of ischemic stroke among patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA ...

Ischaemic stroke: Clot-busting medications (thrombolytics): These drugs can dissolve blood clots and restore blood flow. They ...

Basking Biosciences has dosed the first subject in the Phase II RAISE clinical trial of its lead candidate, BB-031, in patients with acute ischaemic stroke (AIS). The multicentre, two-part ...

In an ischaemic stroke, an artery in the brain is blocked by blood clots and the brain cells can no longer be supplied with blood as a result. Doctors must therefore act quickly and unblock the ...

Did you know that certain medications can cause symptom of 'Ischaemic stroke'. Find these drugs listed on the page and be warned of similar symptoms as possible side-effects.

Endovascular treatment for acute ischaemic stroke patients beyond six hours from onset is still effective, according to a collaborative study conducted by the LKS Faculty of Medicine at the ...

Insights into Ischaemic Stroke Treatment: Dr. Manoj Kumar Mahata's Perspective This causes brain cells to cease functioning, potentially resulting in severe consequences, including death. Furthermore, ...

A region-wide study in more than 50,000 patients with atrial fibrillation found reduced stroke risks and transient ischaemic attack in those who started statins within a year of diagnosis compared ...