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We assessed the association of cannabis use (number of days of cannabis use in the past 30 days) with self‐reported cardiovascular outcomes (coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction, stroke, and a composite measure of all 3) in multivariable regression models, adjusting for tobacco use and other characteristics in adults 18 to 74 years old.
Objective Implantable loop recorders (ILRs) are increasingly used for long-term rhythm monitoring after ischaemic and cryptogenic stroke, with the goal of detecting atrial fibrillation (AF) and subsequent initiation of oral anticoagulation to reduce risk of adverse clinical outcomes. Mean age was 69.9 (SD years and 53.5% were female.
Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology, Volume 3, Issue S2 , November 1, 2023. IntroductionOver the past decade, stroke management has significantly improved with the widespread use of intravenous thrombolysis (IVT) and the establishment of endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) as the standard of care for increasing patients.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATMP100-ATMP100, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Rising obesity rates and the increasing prevalence of stroke in the metabolically healthy obese (MHO) necessitate examining its association in younger (18-44 year) populations.
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A120-A120, February 1, 2025. Background:Decompressive hemicraniectomy (DHC) and mechanical thrombectomy (MT) are critical interventions for acute ischemic stroke. Conclusions:Both DHC and MT use are increasing in stroke patients. The overall in-hospital mortality rate was 6.96%.Conclusions:Both
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A13-A13, February 1, 2024. Elderly obese stroke survivors (> 65 years) having a recurrent acute ischemic stroke (AIS), with or without prior bariatric surgery (PBS), were identified using ICD-10 codes. Both groups (PBS vs. no PBS) were predominantly female (59.7% vs. 90.7%).
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP158-AWP158, February 1, 2025. Objective:Socioeconomic disparities significantly affect the treatment and outcomes of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, including acute ischemic stroke. SES was not a significant predictor of good functional outcomes (mRS 0-2).Conclusion:This
Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology, Volume 3, Issue 6 , November 1, 2023. BackgroundIt is unclear whether all patient subgroups with acute ischemic stroke have benefited from advances in reperfusion therapy. Secular changes were assessed per 5‐year cohorts (2000–2005, 2006–2010, 2011–2015, 2016–2020). to 29.8%.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP203-AWP203, February 1, 2024. A total of 4353 patients who underwent endovascular treatment for acute ischemic stroke between January 2016 and December 2020 were included in the study. Results:Of the 4353 patients included in the study, 1520 patients (34.9%) achieved good outcome.
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP334-ATP334, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Studies have reported racial disparities in acute stroke treatment and follow-up care in young patients which lead to less desirable outcomes for minorities. of young patients had 1 follow-ups at stroke clinic. male, covering 57.2%
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATMP94-ATMP94, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Previous single-center studies have found a higher prevalence of mental health disorders in parents of children with pediatric stroke compared to general population prevalences of 5% with depression and 6% with anxiety.
BackgroundAn increased risk of recurrent stroke is noted in patients with atrial fibrillation despite direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) use. A total of 84 patients experienced recurrent ischemic stroke after switching to different oral anticoagulants, with a total follow‐up time of 14 years. 0.39] for apixaban, 0.23 [95% CI, 0.14–0.37]
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP230-ATP230, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Atrial fibrillation (AF) and cancer are both independently associated with worse outcomes in patients with acute ischemic stroke. Few studies have evaluated the impact of AF on outcomes of cancer-related stroke.
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP109-AWP109, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Comorbid active cancer among in-hospital onset acute ischemic stroke (IHS) is increasing. Patients characteristics, time course, of initial management and clinical outcome were compared in both groups.
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP270-ATP270, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Syphilis is associated with increased risk of cerebrovascular disease and acute stroke; stroke may even be the initial clinical manifestation of syphilis (Images 1 and 2). between 2016-2019, but then dropped to 1.02% in 2020.
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP155-AWP155, February 1, 2025. Background:Cancer-related stroke (CRS) is a rare condition where a tumor or its metastasis can compress a blood vessel and result in stroke. Patients were divided into those with strokes (ischemic or hemorrhagic) and those without strokes.
Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology, Volume 3, Issue S2 , November 1, 2023. IntroductionOptimal triage strategies for patients suspected of acute ischemic stroke due to large vessel occlusion remains debated. Outcomes were compared for EVT hospitalizations with direct vs transferred presentation at discharge.
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AHUP8-AHUP8, February 1, 2025. The characteristics and outcomes of the patients with or without safety-net features treated at SNHs vs non-SNHs were compared after adjusting for patient and hospital characteristics. 1.19, p<0.001) and composite outcome (aOR 1.17, 95% CI 1.14-1.19),
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP132-ATP132, February 1, 2025. The characteristics and outcomes of the patients with or without safety-net features treated at SNHs vs non-SNHs were compared after adjusting for patient and hospital characteristics. 1.19, p<0.001) and composite outcome (aOR 1.17, 95% CI 1.14-1.19),
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP246-AWP246, February 1, 2024. Introduction:The CHA2DS2-VASC score is used to predict stroke in people with atrial fibrillation (AF). CHA2DS2-VASC score (ranging from 0-9) was estimated based on comorbidities documented in hospital data as of the time of acute stroke/TIA.
Stroke, Ahead of Print. BACKGROUND:Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) describe health status from the perspective of the patient. There is growing interest in incorporating PROMs into clinical trials, but the extent that such measures are used in contemporary stroke trials is uncertain.
Data on major cardiovascular events (MACE; mortality, myocardial infarction, stroke, heart failure) through December 2021 were obtained from national registries. The use of cardioprotective GLD increased rapidly in recent years (2016–2021; 7–47%) and was more common in younger patients (66 vs. 68 years) and men (72.9%
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP28-AWMP28, February 1, 2025. The hospitals were groups into quartiles based on the volume of MT procedures performed within the calendar year.
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATMP80-ATMP80, February 1, 2025. Introduction:In 2015, mechanical thrombectomy (MT) was established as an essential treatment for large-vessel occlusion ischemic stroke (LVO).
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP45-AWMP45, February 1, 2025. Home time is a valid measure of functional recovery in stroke patients that is often used in outcome studies. Home time is a valid measure of functional recovery in stroke patients that is often used in outcome studies.
Methods Between January 2016 and December 2022, a total of 220 patients requiring surgery for infective endocarditis were included in this retrospective analysis. The secondary study endpoints included stroke onset, all-cause mortality, and a composite outcome of either re-endocarditis, stroke, or all-cause mortality during follow-up.
However, its postoperative complications can have a significant effect on long-term patient outcomes. AUC, or area under the receiver operating characteristic curve, quantifies the ability of a model to distinguish between positive and negative outcomes.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP87-AWP87, February 1, 2024. Background:Prior studies reported that only half of stroke patients arrived at emergency departments (ED) via emergency medical services (EMS). This study cohort included non-cancelled stroke alerts seen by Telestroke in 2021. hours from last seen well).
Stroke, Ahead of Print. BACKGROUND:Although lower hemoglobin levels associate with worse intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) outcomes, causal drivers for this relationship remain unclear. Similar relationships were seen with poor 6- and 12-month outcomes. Patients with systemic evidence of coagulopathy were excluded.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP5-ATP5, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Impact of race on outcomes in the treatment of intracranial aneurysm (IA) remains unclear. The primary outcome was 90-day mRS 0-2. Among these 2,836 patients, 1,053 patients were White, 350 were Black, 264 were Hispanic, and 1,169 were other.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP263-AWP263, February 1, 2024. The concentration of equol was measured using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry.Results:Eighty-five patients with stroke (43.5%) and 50 healthy subjects (48.5%) were equol producers (p=0.32). p=0.04) among patients with ischemic stroke.
BackgroundReasons for racial disparities in the use and outcomes of endovascular treatment (ET) are not known. Using unadjusted and adjusted multilevel logistic models, we examined associations between measures of segregation and outcomes of discharge home, inpatient mortality, and 30‐day mortality.
This study examines the outcomes of hospitalized AF patients with thrombocytopenia.Methods:The National Inpatient Sample (NIS) from 2016-2020 was analyzed to identify adult patients with AF and thrombocytopenia (using the proper ICD-10 codes). The primary outcome was all-cause inpatient mortality. 3.37, p < 0.001).
Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology, Ahead of Print. to 3% of all strokes. This study aims to compare the outcomes of CVST hospitalizations with and without thrombectomy.METHODSWe abstracted data from the Nationwide Readmissions Database from 2016 to 2021 to identify CVST hospitalizations. times longer stays, 3.22
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP70-ATP70, February 1, 2025. Introduction:A significant proportion of stroke patients are lost to follow up (LTFU) after discharge, which may be associated with increased risk of morbidity, mortality, and unnecessary hospitalization. vs. 47.4%); have an intracerebral (12.1% vs. 40.7%).
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP76-ATP76, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Certification programs and quality improvement initiatives improve outcomes among patient populations. Stroke rehab expertise, care processes, and educational resources vary among sites where post-acute care (PAC) is delivered.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP34-ATP34, February 1, 2024. Comparative outcome analyses between pre-COVID (2016-2019) and COVID year (2020) were performed. Background:Hemorrhagic cerebrovascular manifestations are known to be associated with COVID-19. years with 72,650 (61.0%) being female.
Stroke, Ahead of Print. Background:Patients with severe stroke often rely on surrogate decision-makers for life-sustaining treatment decisions. Further study of outcomes among diverse populations of stroke surrogate decision-makers may help to identify sources of strength and resiliency that may be broadly applicable.
BackgroundSecondary prevention of ischemic stroke (IS) requires adequate diagnostic evaluation to identify the likely etiologic subtype. We compared the documentation rates and presence of risk factors, diagnostic testing, achievement/quality measures, and outcomes between patients with and without reported IS subtype.
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A68-A68, February 1, 2025. was not associated with good functional outcome (90-day mRS 0-2) nor a significant shift toward good functional outcome. The CRISP2 collateral score was associated with a significant shift, but not with good functional outcome. or <0.4)
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP40-AWMP40, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Rehabilitation is essential to stroke recovery; however, access to rehabilitation varies in the US. We report recent national utilization rates of different rehabilitation disciplines in stroke survivors covered by different payors in the US.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP55-AWMP55, February 1, 2024. Introduction:There has been limited study of outcomes among surrogate decision makers who make decisions on life-sustaining treatments after severe stroke. Patient characteristics were mean age: 74.6, Female: 51.8%, Mean NIHSS: 14.7,
Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A129-A129, February 1, 2025. Background:The most common cause of arterial ischemic stroke (AIS) in previously healthy children, focal cerebral arteriopathy (FCA) can progress rapidly over days with worsening brain injury. Study neuroradiologist (M.W.) and pediatric vascular neurologist (H.J.F.)
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP19-ATP19, February 1, 2024. Background:Studies describing outcomes of subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) in children are sparse. Conclusion:Six of ten pediatric patients with SAH are discharged with excellent outcome with a 10% index hospitalization mortality. The median age was 11.8
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