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Study finds that pediatric stroke is associated with COVID-19 infections but not with multisystem inflammatory syndrome

Researchers investigated whether coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) were associated with an increased risk of ischemic stroke in pediatric populations.

24 Nov 2022

Kessler and BrainQ partner on a national trial of breakthrough device to improve recovery after stroke

Researchers from Kessler Foundation and Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation (collectively "Kessler") are enrolling participants in a national trial of a breakthrough device for improving recovery after stroke. Kessler locations in West Orange and Saddle Brook, NJ, are among the 20 sites across the U.S. participating in the EMAGINE Stroke Recovery Trial, which pairs therapeutic exercise with stimulation of the brain through an investigational wearable device.

20 Nov 2022

Severe or morbid obesity in youth linked to higher risk of early atrial fibrillation

Severe or morbid obesity at age 18 may be linked to an elevated risk of atrial fibrillation in younger middle age.

9 Nov 2022

Cedars-Sinai experts to present innovative heart research data during AHA Scientific Sessions 2022

During American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2022, Prominent Cedars-Sinai Cardiologists, Cardiothoracic Surgeons and Interventionalists Available for Interviews

3 Nov 2022

World Stroke Day 2022: Why saving #Precioustime is imperative

For World Stroke Day 2022, News-Medical speaks to Dr. Patrick Brouwer, Head of Worldwide Medical Affairs at CERENOVUS, about why saving #Precioustime is critical when it comes to recognizing and seeking medical treatment for stroke.

29 Oct 2022

Researchers discover new type of microglia related to stroke in the ischemia/reperfusion injured brain

A research team, affiliated with UNIST has identified a new type of microglia associated with stroke in the ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injured brain.

24 Oct 2022

New research finds microclotting and inflammatory molecule abnormalities in long-COVID

A new study published on the preprint server medRxiv* determines how endothelial activation and inflammation contribute to the formation of microclots in PASC.

18 Oct 2022

Study explores the effect of COVID-19 on platelet function

A new study posted in the pre-print server bioRxiv* aimed to analyze the impact of COVID-19 on platelet proteome and relate the functional responses of platelets and the formation of platelet-neutrophil aggregate in hospitalized COVID-19 patients.

17 Oct 2022

Multiple ischemic strokes and pulmonary embolism found in COVID-19 patient

In a new study, researchers described a case of a patient with acute respiratory failure and ischemic stroke.

17 Oct 2022

The impact of COVID-19 on the metrics for stroke care

A recent study evaluated the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on stroke code (SC) metrics.

14 Oct 2022

Inflammation and infection may predict post-thrombectomy mortality

In a new study, researchers assessed the association of markers of inflammation and infection with mortality in individuals with acute ischemic stroke post-thrombectomy.

12 Oct 2022

Infant’s brain “plastic” enough to reorganize language to the opposite side after perinatal stroke

A clinical study conducted by researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center found that, for children who had a major stroke to the left hemisphere of their brain within days of their birth, the infant's brain was 'plastic' enough for the right hemisphere to acquire the language abilities ordinarily handled by the left side while also maintaining its own language abilities as well.

10 Oct 2022

New star rating system aims to help make personal health decisions and guide future research

A new set of meta-analyses clarifies the often complex and contradictory health guidance linking certain diets, behaviors, and conditions to illness.

10 Oct 2022

What are the genetic associations of stroke pathogenesis across ancestry groups?

In new research, researchers identified genetic associations of stroke pathogenesis.

4 Oct 2022

Brain stimulation combined with nasal spray containing nanoparticles can improve stroke recovery

In a recent study, researchers from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and other universities in China have reported that brain stimulation combined with a nose spray containing nanoparticles can improve recovery after ischemic stroke in an animal model.

29 Sep 2022

What are the associations between coffee intake and cardiovascular disease?

In new research, researchers evaluated the impact of coffee consumption on the incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), arrhythmias, and mortality.

29 Sep 2022

Researchers explore neurological manifestations among long COVID patients

In a new study, researchers assessed the long-term neurological sequelae in the post-acute phase of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) or long COVD.

26 Sep 2022

Study reveals the long-term neurologic consequences of COVID-19

If you've had COVID-19, it may still be messing with your brain. Those who have been infected with the virus are at increased risk of developing a range of neurological conditions in the first year after the infection, new research shows.

22 Sep 2022

Population-wide cohort study detects increase in major arterial and venous thrombotic events immediately after COVID-19 diagnoses

In a new study, researchers explored the association between coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and vascular thrombotic events using a population-wide cohort study across England and Wales.

21 Sep 2022

Reducing aspirin use in patients treated with common blood thinner prevents bleeding complications

If you're already taking one blood thinner, mounting research suggests you might not need to take a second one.

19 Sep 2022