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Cryptogenic Stroke

Dr. Sanjay Gupta

Today’s video is on the subject of stroke and in particular cryptogenic strokes. It is therefore crucial to identify the cause of stroke and treat the underlying cause wherever possible. Strokes are characterised by death of brain cells as a result of disruption of blood supply to those cells.

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News from EHRA 2024: International Experts Agree on Standards for Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation

DAIC

Compared to their peers without the condition, people with atrial fibrillation are twice as likely to be admitted to hospital, five times more likely to have a stroke, three times more likely to develop heart failure, and twice as likely to die prematurely.4 Prolonged anticoagulation may be required depending on the risk of blood clots.

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New Guidelines on Peripheral Artery Disease Issued by American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and Leading Medical Societies

DAIC

A new joint guideline from the American Heart Association (AHA), the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and nine other medical societies reports early diagnosis and treatment of peripheral artery disease is essential to improve outcomes and reduce amputation risk, heart attack, stroke and death for people with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).

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Abstract 164: Chronic Total Occlusion of the Bilateral Internal Carotid Arteries, Vertebral Arteries and Basilar Artery

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology, Volume 3, Issue S2 , November 1, 2023. He was admitted to the stroke service for work‐up of his abnormal brain vasculature. Other diagnostic consideration included atherosclerosis. CTP showed a core and penumbra volumes of 0 mL. His presentation was consistent with a seizure.

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The Ultimate Guide to Sleep and Cardiovascular Health

Physiologically Speaking

In a cohort of >3,000 people from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), sleeping <6 hours each night predicted a higher prevalence of stroke, heart attack, and chronic heart failure. There is a considerable temporal variation in blood pressure, blood clotting, and endothelial function.

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Advanced Vascular Care

AMS Cardiology

Atherosclerosis & Arterial Diseases Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) : A blockage in your legs. This can lead to a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke. Aortic Aneurysms : An aneurysm is an abnormal bulge in a blood vessel wall. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) : A blood clot occurring in a deep vein.