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Instead, the focus is on direct infections of the central nervous system (CNS) that may cause stroke. Cerebrovascular disease is a complication of many infectious pathogens. The pathogenesis is often similar regardless of the pathogen. In the setting of basilar meningitis, vasculitis and vasospasm are common mechanisms for stroke, as are ...
Apr 30, 2024 · An ischemic stroke occurs when fatty deposits, blood clots or other debris become lodged in the blood vessels in the brain. Some early research shows that COVID-19 infection may increase the risk of ischemic stroke, but more study is needed. Hemorrhagic stroke. Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain leaks or ruptures.
Feb 12, 2020 · A causal association between inflammatory biomarkers and stroke risk can be inferred from clinical trials of immunomodulatory therapies. The JUPITER (Justification for the Use of Statins in Prevention: An Intervention Trial Evaluating Rosuvastatin) seminally demonstrated that rosuvastatin for individuals with elevated hs-CRP (high-sensitivity CRP) levels and with normal LDL-C (low-density ...
- Neal S. Parikh, Neal S. Parikh, Alexander E. Merkler, Costantino Iadecola
- 2020
Abstract. The role of infection in cerebrovascular disease is complex and remains incompletely understood. Over the last 5 years, investigators have made notable inroads in untangling this thorny topic. In this review, we examine these recent developments, concentrating on four aspects of the relationship between infection and stroke.
- Eliza C. Miller, Mitchell S. V. Elkind
- 10.1007/s11910-015-0602-9
- 2016
- 2016/01
Stroke. A stroke is your brain’s equivalent of a heart attack, happening when there’s an issue with blood flow to part of your brain. This can happen when blood vessels are blocked or because of bleeding in your brain. Strokes are a life-threatening emergency, and immediate medical attention is critical to prevent permanent damage or death.
Sep 8, 2020 · Understanding the relationship between infection and stroke has taken on new urgency in the era of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. This association is not a new concept, as several infections have long been recognized to contribute to stroke risk. The association of infection and stroke is also bidirectional. Although infection can lead to stroke, stroke also induces immune ...
Apr 2, 2021 · The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 or coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has raised concerns about the correlation with this viral illness and increased risk of stroke. Although it is too early in the pandemic to know the strength of the association between COVID-19 and stroke, it is an opportune time to review the relationship between acute viral illnesses and ...
