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Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP60-AWMP60, February 1, 2024. However, limited information exists on how demographic and clinical factors are associated with social inequities among older patients hospitalized with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) during COVID-19.Methods:We All patients were followed until March 31, 2023.
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Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP118-ATP118, February 1, 2024. Background:It is well documented that rehabilitation post-stroke is associated with better functional outcomes, however, in the United States access to post-acute care rehabilitation is becoming increasingly limited.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A14-A14, February 1, 2024. While socioeconomic factors explain some of the racial disparity in stroke incidence at an individual level, little is known about the association between societal-level structural racism and the incidence of acute ischemic stroke (AIS).Methods:We
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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. vs. 83.8%), and covered by Medicare (91.7% vs. 90.7%).
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATMP19-ATMP19, February 1, 2024. We also assessed the proportion of anxiety and depression patients undergoing therapy and/or medication.Results:There were 1204 (N=7,745,925) participants with stroke and 30,743 (N=242,831,595) without stroke. 95%CI (0.2,0.9). 95%CI (0.4,0.9)
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP51-AWMP51, February 1, 2024. Background:Medical comorbidities and stroke risk factors explain only a proportion of stroke incidence and outcomes in different populations. The primary outcome measure was discharge to home.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP106-AWMP106, February 1, 2024. Background:Medical comorbidities and stroke risk factors only explain a proportion of stroke incidence and outcomes in different populations. Social determinants of health(SDOH)have been associated with incident stroke. 0.96],p=0.001).Patients
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, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP105-AWP105, February 1, 2024. Introduction:This study evaluates the outcomes of a survivor-centric, navigator-driven, technology-enabled platform supporting survivors (SS) and care partners(CP) in post-stroke recovery. 12.5%, and 90-day readmissions ranging from 18.9%
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Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATMP15-ATMP15, February 1, 2024. Large vessel occlusion (LVO), a quarter of ischemic strokes, portends poor outcomes. They were more likely insured by Medicare, less by Medicaid, and less likely baseline ambulatory, have a Bachelor’s degree, or own a home, with lower median income.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATMP22-ATMP22, February 1, 2024. The insurance status of our patient population was predominantly Medicare (56.4%), followed by Commercial (26.4%), Medicaid (8.1%), and Self- Pay (2.9%). The remainder were classified as Other/Missing (6.2%). mins, p = 0.7) or Medicaid (10.8 mins, p = 0.3).Conclusions:A
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Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP108-AWP108, February 1, 2024. However, identifying patients at risk of readmission after stroke is challenging and predictive models have historically not performed well, in part because they often rely on single data sources.
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Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP58-AWMP58, February 1, 2025. Introduction:The management of acute ischemic stroke over the last three decades has seen an expansive progression in terms of medical and surgical interventions. 3.06, p<0.04). 3.82, p<0.01). 1.04, p<0.02) and payment source (1.79, 1.01-3.16,
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP96-AWP96, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Timely administration of thrombolytic therapy remains the cornerstone of ischemic stroke management and is associated with better functional outcomes. The population served by our hospital is notable for a large socioeconomic range of patients.
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP286-AWP286, February 1, 2024. Conclusions:In a nationally representative cohort of Medicare beneficiaries, CAA was associated with an increased risk of seizures. The study exposure was a diagnosis of CAA identified using ICD-10-CM code I68.0.
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