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Abstract WP288: Epidemiological Analysis of Incidence, Treatment, Mortality and Costs of Cerebrovascular Diseases in Brazil Between 2017 and 2022

Stroke Journal

8290 aneurysms embolizations were performed (13.5% Data was obtained through DataSUS, a public database. Mortality percentages were: SAH=20.2%, ICH=25.3%, Ischemic Stroke=15.3%. Rates of Thrombolysis were alarming, but with an increasing tendency: 22969 were performed, from 1.6% in 2017 to 2.3% in 2022 of all ischemic strokes.

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Abstract TMP93: Utility of the MAGIC Flow-Directed Microcatheter for the Management of Pediatric Cerebrovascular Pathology: A 29-Year Single-Center Series

Stroke Journal

Clinical data, imaging, and procedural parameters including anatomic approach, embolic material used, complications and technical success were reviewed.Results:2,172 MAGIC microcatheters were utilized in 923 procedures to treat cerebrovascular pathology in 341 pediatric patients. of embolizations. success rate.

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International Stroke Conference 2024 to Present High-Profile Late-Breaking Science

DAIC

Image courtesy: ASA/AHA christine.book Mon, 01/22/2024 - 18:03 January 23, 2024 — Focused on delivering the latest scientific advancements and new treatments in cerebrovascular diseases and brain health science from around the world, this year's International Stroke Conference, ISC 2024 , will be held Feb. 7-9 in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Emergency Department Syncope Workup: After H and P, ECG is the Only Test Required for Every Patient.

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Positive predictors of 7-day cardiac outcomes included age greater than 60 years , male gender, congestive heart failure , ischemic heart disease , cardiac arrhythmia , and valvular heart disease. Negative predictors included dementia, pacemaker, coronary revascularization, and cerebrovascular disease. 16) Linzer M.

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CircRNA-mediated regulation of cardiovascular disease

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) encompass a range of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels, such as coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease (e.g., stroke), peripheral arterial disease, congenital heart anomalies, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism.