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Evaluating Alteplase Use in Minor Ischemic Stroke: Insights from a Nationwide Chinese Registry

By MedXY 10/29/2025

A nationwide Chinese registry analysis reveals no overall benefit of intravenous alteplase in minor ischemic stroke but suggests select subgroups, especially those with disabling symptoms or higher NIHSS scores, may experience improved functional outcomes.

Neurology news Rehabilitation Medicine

Electroacupuncture in Ischemic Stroke: Integrating Preclinical Evidence into Clinical Potential

By MedXY 10/23/2025

This review synthesizes preclinical evidence on electroacupuncture's mechanisms in ischemic stroke, highlighting its therapeutic potential and factors influencing efficacy.

Neurology news Rehabilitation Medicine Specialties

Evaluating Electromagnetic Network-Targeted Field Therapy for Post-Ischemic Stroke Disability: Insights from the EMAGINE Trial

By MedXY 10/21/2025

The EMAGINE randomized clinical trial assessed low-intensity electromagnetic stimulation combined with rehabilitation in moderate to severe ischemic stroke patients. While safe, it did not yield statistically significant functional improvement, warranting further investigation.

Cardiology Clinical Updates Neurology news Specialties

Impact of Hypertension History on the Efficacy of Clopidogrel-Aspirin Therapy in Ischemic Stroke Prevention

By MedXY 09/22/2025

This study investigates how a history of hypertension influences the effectiveness of combined clopidogrel-aspirin treatment in preventing recurrent strokes after mild ischemic events or high-risk transient ischemic attacks.

Clinical Updates Neurology news

Intravenous Antihypertensives Post-Endovascular Thrombectomy: Implications for Functional Recovery in Acute Ischemic Stroke

By MedXY 09/19/2025

Intravenous antihypertensive use within 24 hours after successful EVT in acute ischemic stroke associates with poorer functional outcomes and higher mortality, underscoring the need for cautious blood pressure management strategies post-thrombectomy.

Neurology news Psychiatry Specialties

Impact of Screening and Care for Emotional and Cognitive Problems on Post-Ischemic Stroke Outcomes: Insights from a Dutch Multicenter Cluster-Randomized Trial

By MedXY 09/04/2025

A multicenter trial assessing emotional and cognitive screening post-ischemic stroke found no improvement in societal participation at 1 year, though modest early benefits in anxiety and quality of life were noted.

Cardiology news Pathology & Lab Medicine Specialties

NT-proBNP as a Prognostic Biomarker for Mortality in Ischemic Stroke: Insights from a Comprehensive Meta-Analysis

By MedXY 08/21/2025

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates NT-proBNP's accuracy in predicting mortality among ischemic stroke patients, revealing moderate to high prognostic performance with potential clinical utility in risk stratification.

Clinical Updates Neurology news Specialties

Impact of Prior Reperfusion Strategies on Early versus Late Direct Oral Anticoagulation in Ischemic Stroke: Insights from the ELAN Trial Subanalysis

By MedXY 08/17/2025

A subanalysis of the ELAN trial shows that prior reperfusion therapy does not alter the safety or efficacy outcomes of early versus late initiation of direct oral anticoagulants in ischemic stroke patients with atrial fibrillation.

Neurology Specialties

Unexplained Early Neurologic Deterioration After Thrombectomy in Stroke: Incidence, Risk Factors, and Mechanistic Insights

By MedXY 08/17/2025

Unexplained early neurologic deterioration (unEND) affects about 10% of ischemic stroke patients after thrombectomy, linked to age, anesthesia, delayed reperfusion, and infarct growth beyond hypoperfused tissue.

Clinical Updates Neurology Specialties

Mechanical Thrombectomy in Distal Medium MCA Occlusion: Impact of Pre-Stroke Low-Dose Aspirin on Efficacy and Safety

By MedXY 08/17/2025

Pre-stroke low-dose aspirin in distal medium vessel occlusion stroke patients undergoing mechanical thrombectomy is linked to improved 90-day functional outcomes and reduced mortality without increased symptomatic hemorrhage risk.

Neurology news OB/GYN & Women's Health Specialties

Revisiting Women’s Health: Pregnancy Complications and Long-Term Stroke Risk

By MedXY 08/11/2025

This article explores the associations between pregnancy complications and the risk of ischemic stroke in young women, highlighting the importance of early identification for preventive measures.