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Brain attack: a new approach to stroke.

Martin M Brown1

  • 1University College London, Institute of Neurology, The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London. m.brown@ion.ucl.ac.uk

Clinical Medicine (London, England)
|March 2, 2002
PubMed
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Urgent action for stroke, termed "brain attack," requires early diagnosis and targeted treatment. Key interventions include aspirin, thrombolysis, and specialized stroke units to improve patient recovery and outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Stroke Medicine

Background:

  • The term 'brain attack' highlights the urgency of acute stroke presentation.
  • Effective stroke management necessitates early identification of stroke causes and mechanism-targeted treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline a new approach to acute stroke treatment emphasizing rapid intervention.
  • To detail evidence-based strategies for preserving brain tissue and maximizing recovery.

Main Methods:

  • Review of evidence for acute stroke interventions, including pharmacological and surgical options.
  • Discussion of advanced diagnostic techniques like diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI).
  • Emphasis on the role of stroke units and multidisciplinary care.

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Main Results:

  • Aspirin is recommended for acute ischemic stroke; heparin is not routinely supported.
  • Intravenous thrombolysis with recombinant tissue plasminogen activator (rt-PA) is effective within 3 hours of stroke onset.
  • Advanced imaging, particularly DWI, is transforming acute stroke diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Active neuroprotection involves blood pressure control, fever management, glucose regulation, and early nutrition.
  • Surgical hemicraniectomy may be indicated for malignant cerebral edema.
  • Establishing acute stroke units and enhancing education are crucial for implementing early, active stroke care.