Background This study aims to update and evaluate the age-period-cohort (A-P-C) effects on stroke mortality in Spain over the period 1982–2021. Methods Data on stroke mortality and population by age and sex were obtained from […]
Introduction Hematological parameters are considered to be implicated in the pathogenesis of acute ischemic stroke. Otherwise, to our knowledge, it is still not known whether there are any differences between small and large vessel strokes, […]
Introduction Cognitive impairment is a typical sequel and a solid long-term disability predictor that can be screened at early stages post-stroke. However, most routinely used cognitive screening tools were designed to detect dementia, which differs […]
Introduction Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are the first line of stroke prevention treatment in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF). However, their inappropriate use is associated with increased risk of stroke, haemorrhagic complications, and mortality. […]
Introduction Sexual dysfunction (SD) is a commonly overlooked issue following ischemic stroke (IS), influenced by various risk factors including social, psychological, and biological factors. This study aims to investigate the prevalence and risk factors associated […]
Introduction Management of code stroke (CS) is complex, and the collection of information for subsequent evaluation is crucial. We present data obtained using a mobile application on the management of CS between 2020 and 2021 […]
Objective Stroke is acknowledged as a devastating complication post coronary artery bypass grafting surgery (CABG), that may reduce the quality of life and increase mortality. The incidence of post-CABG stroke results in more hospital mortality, […]
Introduction Stroke is highly prevalent in Latin America and one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the world. Educating children about stroke has been established as an effective method to detect symptoms […]
Introduction Cardioembolism may cause 20%–40% of all ischemic strokes. Up to 22% of cardioembolic strokes are associated with intracardiac thrombi and occur in patients with a high burden of comorbid cardiac disease. Aim and methods […]