Embolic Strokes of Undetermined Source: Key Points
American College of Cardiology
MAY 6, 2024
The following are key points to remember from a European consensus statement on embolic strokes of undetermined source.
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HeartRhythm
MARCH 14, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled sinus rhythm (SR) electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation can aid in identifying undiagnosed paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with embolic stroke of undetermined source (ESUS).
HeartRhythm
APRIL 30, 2024
AF detection rates with implantable cardiac monitoring (ICM) following cryptogenic stroke are >12% at 12 months. Similar results have been reported in some non-cryptogenic stroke cohorts. Real-world data has also shown a much lower rate of AF detection.
Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
JUNE 26, 2024
Although rare, paradoxical embolism sometimes occurs with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). This study presents a case of PDA-associated paradoxical embolism with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) and pulmonary emboli.
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
MARCH 3, 2024
Background Covert atrial fibrillation (AF) is a predominant aetiology of embolic stroke of undetermined source (ESUS). Evidence suggested that AF is more frequently detected by implantable loop recorder (ILR) than by conventional monitoring.
HeartRhythm
APRIL 30, 2024
The association between AF detected by implanted cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) and the incidence of embolic stroke has been reported. Moreover, the cut-off value of new-onset AF duration detected by CIEDs for embolic stroke is still unknown.
Heart BMJ
MAY 10, 2024
Objectives The use of cerebral embolic protection (CEP) during transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has been studied in several randomised trials. We aimed to perform a systematic review and Bayesian meta-analysis of randomised CEP trials, focusing on a clinically relevant reduction in disabling stroke.
HeartRhythm
APRIL 30, 2024
Atrial fibrillation (AF) has been known as a main cause of embolic stroke. Well-chosen candidate to be anticoagulated should be critical for secondary prevention in patients with embolic stroke with undetermined source (ESUS).
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP259-ATP259, February 1, 2024. Background and Purpose:Right-to-left shunt (RLS) is one of the potential embolic sources in embolic stroke of undetermined source (ESUS), but the eligibility of conducting shunt study to detect RLS in ESUS is still unknown. cm/s, p = 0.021).
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP223-ATP223, February 1, 2024. Background:A considerable portion of patients with embolic stroke of unknown source(ESUS)are later found to have occult atrial fibrillation (AF).
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A42-A42, February 1, 2024. Introduction:A new Plaque-RADS classification (I-IV) is proposed to categorize the degree of carotid plaque instability and risk of embolic ischemic stroke. Carotid total plaque thickness and ulceration were scored by a neuroradiologist blinded to stroke side.
Journal of the American Heart Association
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
BackgroundDisambiguation of embolus pathogenesis in embolic strokes is often a clinical challenge. One common source of embolic stroke is the carotid arteries, with emboli originating due to plaque buildup or perioperatively during revascularization procedures.
Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
APRIL 7, 2024
Pulmonary embolism is the most common cardiovascular disease after myocardial infarction and stroke. Konstantinides (Eur Heart J 41(4):543–603, 2020) Current guidelines categorize patients with PE as being at.
DAIC
JUNE 4, 2024
The Neuroguard Integrated Embolic Protection (IEP) system is an experimental treatment for carotid artery stenosis, also known as carotid artery disease, a condition in which fatty-waxy deposits known as plaque builds up and blocks the normal flow of blood in the large arteries on either side of the neck.
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
MAY 19, 2024
Although generally considered a benign anatomic variant, a PFO may facilitate passage of a thrombus from the venous to arterial circulation, thereby resulting in cryptogenic stroke or systemic embolization.
Med Page Today
JUNE 5, 2024
(MedPage Today) -- NEW YORK CITY -- Researchers eked out evidence of a small clinical benefit with the Sentinel cerebral embolic protection (CEP) device in transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) -- and pointed to the patients more likely.
All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
In an earlier post on Embolic Stroke of Undetermined Source (ESUS) , I had mentioned about ARCADIA trial (AtRial Cardiopathy and Antithrombotic Drugs In Prevention After Cryptogenic Stroke) which was testing whether there is role for apixaban compared to aspirin for prevention of recurrent stroke in ESUS. 2023.27188.
All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders
MAY 22, 2024
About a fifth of all ischemic strokes are attributed to embolization of ruptured atherosclerotic plaque from carotid arterial stenosis. But it has been difficult to predict which person with asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis is likely to progress to symptomatic carotid disease and stroke.
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Aims Perioperative stroke remains a devastating complication after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), and using a cerebral embolic protection device (CEPD) during TAVI may reduce the occurrence of stroke according to some studies. The risk of stroke was lower in the CEPD group: RR 0.68, 95% CI 0.49–0.96,
HeartRhythm
APRIL 24, 2024
Abnormal conduction, structure and function of the atrial myocardium predispose to atrial fibrillation (AF) and stroke. Usefulness of electrocardiographic (ECG) indices in predicting stroke or systemic embolism (SSE) in patients undergoing cardioversion for AF remains unknown, especially in those at low estimated risk.
HeartRhythm
APRIL 30, 2024
Polygenic risk score (PRS) might be useful in predicting atrial fibrillation (AF)-related stroke/systemic embolsim (SSE) before diagnosis of clinical AF.
Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions
JUNE 10, 2024
We reported the feasibility and short-term outcomes of percutaneous transcatheter therapy with cerebral embolic protection. During the follow-up, 12.50% (n=3) all-cause death, 4.17% (n=1) stroke, and 16.67% (n=4) recurrence were seen. 1273.47) days, stroke was 1211.38 (95% CI, 1110.40–1312.35)
Journal of the American Heart Association
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
BackgroundPrevious studies suggest an association between schizophrenia and stroke, but no studies have investigated stroke subtypes. Little evidence of associations with the other stroke subtypes was found. Journal of the American Heart Association, Ahead of Print.
Stroke Journal
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue 1 , Page 214-225, January 1, 2024. Nonvalvular atrial fibrillation is a common rhythm disorder of middle-aged to older adults that can cause ischemic strokes and systemic embolism.
Journal of the American Heart Association
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
BackgroundThe ABC‐stroke score is a risk scheme for prediction of stroke or systemic embolism (SE) in atrial fibrillation (AF). Having an annual ABC‐stroke risk >1% was associated with stroke/SE, stroke/SE/cardiovascular death, and all‐cause death (hazard ratio, 1.82 [95% CI, 1.44–2.21],
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A64-A64, February 1, 2024. Background:Atrial cardiopathy is associated with incident ischemic stroke in the absence of clinical atrial fibrillation in prospective cohorts. Recurrent stroke occurred in 80 patients (annualized rate, 4.4%) and death in 54 patients. female, 21.1% Black, and 8.1%
The New England Journal of Medicine
NOVEMBER 11, 2023
In a randomized trial involving patients with subclinical (typically asymptomatic) atrial fibrillation, apixaban led to a lower risk of stroke or systemic embolism than aspirin but a higher risk of major bleeding.
Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology
AUGUST 24, 2023
Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology, Ahead of Print. Middle meningeal artery embolization is an increasingly common procedure involved in the treatment of chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) that can be an adjuvant intervention or an alternative to traditional medical or surgical therapies.
HeartRhythm
APRIL 30, 2024
Clinical, imaging, and genetic markers in combinations might be useful for risk assessment of atrial fibrillation (AF) and related stroke/systemic embolsim (SSE).
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A97-A97, February 1, 2024. vs 19.6%, p=0.002) and a past-history of stroke/TIA (36% vs 25%, p<0.001) when compared to non-AC group. Chronic embolic (non-lacunar) infarcts on imaging were more common among AIS-despite-AC (34.5% Patients who had AIS-despite-AC were younger (76.8+11
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP320-ATP320, February 1, 2024. Background:The complement C3a receptor (C3aR) plays a prominent role in deleterious post-stroke neuroinflammation. Additional work is warranted to investigate the neuroprotective properties of JR14a in stroke.
Stroke Journal
JANUARY 30, 2024
Stroke, Ahead of Print. BACKGROUND:Intravenous injection of alteplase, a recombinant tPA (tissue-type plasminogen activator) as a thrombolytic agent has revolutionized ischemic stroke management. However, when associated to tPAWTlittermates, tPANullmice had similar perfusion deficits, but less severe brain infarcts.
Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology, Volume 3, Issue S2 , November 1, 2023. IntroductionPosterior circulation strokes account for 20% of ischemic strokes (1). Optimal management for posterior circulation strokes has been studied less than for anterior circulation strokes (2). hours prior to arrival.
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
JANUARY 11, 2024
Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is the most common congenital intracardiac defect that can cause right-to-left shunting and contribute to the paradoxical embolization of venous emboli, and even lead to stroke. We report the case of a young man who presented with cerebral infarction accompanied by both HES and PFO.
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP110-AWP110, February 1, 2024. Background:Antiplatelet administration within 48 hours of acute stroke presentation is standardized as it reduces mortality and recurrent ischemic stroke rate. Gender disparities have been noted in acute stroke care, including IV tPA and thrombectomy.
Stroke Journal
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Stroke, Ahead of Print. BACKGROUND:Aortic arch plaques are associated with an increased risk of ischemic stroke in patients with cryptogenic stroke or prior embolic events. years, 236 (25.3%) cardiovascular events occurred (76 ischemic strokes, 27 myocardial infarctions, and 133 cardiovascular deaths).
Journal of the American Heart Association
JANUARY 19, 2024
BackgroundCerebral embolic protection devices (CEPD) capture embolic material in an attempt to reduce ischemic brain injury during transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Primary clinical outcome was all‐cause stroke. Secondary clinical outcomes were disabling stroke and all‐cause mortality.
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Massive pulmonary embolism (MPE) carries significant 30-day mortality and is characterized by acute right ventricular failure, hypotension, and hypoxia, leading to cardiovascular collapse and cardiac arrest. Considerable heterogeneity in studies is a significant weakness of the available literature.
American College of Cardiology
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
What is the incidence of the embolic and bleeding complications in relation to pre- and post- periprocedure antithrombotic regimens in patients undergoing ventricular arrhythmia radiofrequency ablation (RFA)?
Journal of the American Heart Association
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
BackgroundIn patients with acute cardiogenic cerebral embolism, a residual thrombus may still be present in the cardiac cavity even after reperfusion therapy. The secondary outcome was a composite end point event (cardiovascular death, nonfatal myocardial infarction, nonfatal stroke) at 90 days. versus 31.1%;P=1.000).ConclusionsResidual
Journal of the American Heart Association
JANUARY 19, 2024
BackgroundEmbolic stroke of unknown source (ESUS) accounts for 1 in 6 ischemic strokes. Journal of the American Heart Association, Ahead of Print.
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP252-AWP252, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Migraine is a risk factor for cerebral ischemic stroke. However, it is not known if migraine is a risk factor for retinal stroke (central retinal artery occlusion, CRAO).Methods:We 1.38) and embolic ischemic stroke (aHR 1.15 (95% CI: 1.08-1.22).Conclusions:In
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP257-ATP257, February 1, 2024. Background and purpose:The aortic complicated lesion (ACL) is a notable embolic source of cryptogenic stroke (CS) observed in 10-60 % of patients. 3.80, p=0.011) were independently, and past history of stroke (OR 0.35, 95%CI 0.14-0.90,
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