Strokes occur when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted. This can occur suddenly and cause serious damage quickly. Strokes may also prove fatal. A stroke is a medical emergency that requires ...
The overall aim is to improve the prediction of stroke outcome through a holistic view, with multimodal brain imaging (both structural and functional), and blood biomarkers of neuroaxonal injury – ...
A pontine stroke occurs in the pons region of the brainstem—a small part of the brainstem responsible for breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure, among other essential, automatic functions. Pontine ...
Stroke affects over 20 million globally yearly, causing 5 million deaths. Recognizing early signs and seeking immediate medical help within the 'Golden Hour' can reduce long-term disability.
The scientific community has also been working on brain cytoprotective agents for stroke treatment for decades. However, due to the complexity of stroke pathophysiology, single-target drugs have ...
The clinical syndrome produced by a stroke is determined by the artery or arteries that are occluded. Blood is supplied to the brain by two major sets of arteries, the anterior and posterior ...