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Abstract WP146: Critical Care After Thrombolytic Therapy in Acute Stroke: Who Really Needs the ICU?

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP146-AWP146, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Intravenous thrombolytic therapy remains the cornerstone of management in acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients.

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ZODIAC Clinical Trial Led by UT Health Science Center Professor Likely to Make Major Impact on Stroke Care

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Image courtesy of the UT Health Science Center milla1cf Thu, 02/15/2024 - 13:16 February 15, 2024 — Research findings in a clinical trial led by a professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center ’s College of Nursing are likely to dramatically change care and improve outcomes for patients suffering from acute stroke.

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Heart Disease and Stroke Could Affect at Least 60% of Adults in U.S. by 2050, According to American Heart Association Advisories

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A projected rise in heart disease and stroke – along with several key risk factors, including high blood pressure and obesity – is likely to triple related costs to $1.8 A projected rise in heart disease and stroke – along with several key risk factors, including high blood pressure and obesity – is likely to triple related costs to $1.8

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Abstract WP172: Invariant Pupil Reactivity (PuRe) Score: Robust Smartphone-based Pupillometry for Critical Care Across Lighting, Measurement Conditions, and Hardware Variations

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP172-AWP172, February 1, 2025. Smartphone-based pupillometry offers potential for widespread neurological monitoring in critical care, including for stroke patients in both hospital and post-hospital rehabilitation settings. Neurocrit Care, 30:316-321.Bogucki 10.3389/fneur.2024.1363190Bogucki

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Abstract WP47: Creation of a Pediatric Stroke Alert Protocol

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP47-AWP47, February 1, 2024. Background:In 2021, our Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC) in San Antonio (SA), Texas received 7 pediatric patients suffering from signs and symptoms of stroke. This would then prompt the activation of the Pedi ED Stroke Alert Protocol.

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Abstract 155: Critical Care Decisions After Large Core Cerebral Infarctions: A Secondary Analysis From the SELECT2 Trial

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A155-A155, February 1, 2024. This population is at high risk for cerebral edema and other complications, often leading to critical decisions about decompressive hemicraniectomy (DHC) or early withdrawal of care (WOC).

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Abstract WP77: Escape Room Stroke Challenge: Improving Stroke Code Competency and Comfort Levels among Nurses Using an Innovative Educational Tool

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP77-AWP77, February 1, 2025. Background:Strokes can occur anywhere in the hospital and stroke codes are not limited to dedicated stroke units. Despite this, most educational resources are focused on stroke-specific units rather than on all inpatient nursing areas.

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