An innovative procedure called endovascular thrombectomy may be a game changer for those who have a stroke. Getty Images/iStockphoto For decades, there has been scant progress in treating one of the ...

A retrospective cohort study of 141 stroke patients found that antithrombotic drugs given within 24 hours of mechanical ...

PITTSBURGH, Pa., April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stroke is a potentially debilitating neurologic injury which affects about 800,000 Americans annually and often results in a loss of mobility and motor ...

Dr. Fawaz Al-Mufti and team performing a life-saving thrombectomy to restore blood flow to a patient's brain. If you suspect a stroke, get to the hospital immediately-quick action can mean the ...

A stroke can change your health overnight, and preventing another one becomes a big part of recovery. One place to focus?

An early-stage clinical trial has shown that deep brain stimulation (DBS) applied to the cerebellum may aid the recovery of upper limb function after stroke. Researchers studied 12 people with ...

A study presented at the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery's (SNIS) 20th Annual Meeting noted that mechanical thrombectomy, a standard treatment for adults with a large vessel occlusion, a type ...

More than 100 people in Northern Colorado are surviving their past experience with stroke with fewer deficiencies thanks to a procedure now being offered by UCHealth. Prior to 2023, the nearest place ...

Stroke recovery is possible, with outcomes depending on the type and severity of stroke. Timely treatment, rehabilitation and long-term risk-factor management can improve recovery and independence.

High blood pressure and diabetes increase stroke risk, but recognising warning signs early and accessing advanced treatment ...

(BPT) – Did you know carotid artery disease (CAD) is responsible for up to one-third of all strokes? Early detection and treatment of CAD can significantly reduce your risk of having a stroke, and ...