Search results for "Stroke"
Prognostic scores don't reliably predict early recurrence after minor stroke
Leading prognostic scores don't reliably predict risk for early recurrence after a minor stroke, a new study has indicated.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/02/08/7.htm
8 Feb 2011
Guidelines issued for preventing first strokes
MKSAP Quiz: Type 2 diabetes management
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/12/14/2.htm
14 Dec 2010
Migraineurs may have more risk of hemorrhagic stroke
People with migraine may have an increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke, especially women younger than 45, a meta-analysis found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/10/08/5.htm
8 Oct 2013
MKSAP Quiz: Motivating lifestyle change
A 28-year-old man is evaluated during a follow-up visit for hypertension and diabetes mellitus. He works two jobs and eats fast food for most meals. Which of the following is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/03/21/3.htm
21 Mar 2023
Commercial drivers should stay off the road for a year after TIA or stroke
College Fellows elected to Institute of MedicineNew ACP EVP/CEO speaks to members via the Web
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/11/09/6.htm
9 Nov 2010
Dabigatran may be cost-effective for stroke prophylaxis in atrial fibrillation
Fall prevention and urinary incontinence care improved by intervention
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/11/02/4.htm
2 Nov 2010
Statins after stroke not associated with intracerebral hemorrhage
Taking statins following an ischemic stroke was not associated with an increased risk of intracerebral hemorrhage, researchers found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/09/20/2.htm
20 Sep 2011
Route of HRT administration may affect stroke risk
PPIs get warning on fracture riskLiver injuries found in patients on orlistat
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/06/08/6.htm
8 Jun 2010
TIA and minor stroke associated with disability at 90 days
A detailed prospective study of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) and minor stroke found 15% of patients were disabled at 90 days, even though most of them did not have a recurrent event.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/09/25/2.htm
25 Sep 2012
Hospital-initiated transition interventions may improve stroke, MI outcomes
Transition-of-care interventions initiated in the hospital can help improve outcomes in adult patients with stroke and myocardial infarction (MI), according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/09/18/5.htm
18 Sep 2012