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Elevated urinary beta-hexosaminidase in patients with stroke.

B Hultberg1, A Lindgren, L Brattström

  • 1Department of Clinical Chemistry, University Hospital, Lund, Sweden.

Scandinavian Journal of Clinical and Laboratory Investigation
|December 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Patients experiencing ischemic stroke show elevated urinary beta-hexosaminidase, indicating kidney damage. This renal injury persists weeks after the stroke, suggesting widespread vascular issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Neurology
  • Vascular Medicine

Background:

  • Urinary beta-hexosaminidase is a recognized biomarker for renal damage.
  • Ischemic stroke can impact systemic health, including kidney function.
  • Understanding post-stroke renal status is crucial for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate urinary beta-hexosaminidase levels in acute and chronic ischemic stroke patients.
  • To determine if renal injury is a persistent consequence of ischemic stroke.
  • To explore the potential link between stroke, renal injury, and generalized vascular disease.

Main Methods:

  • Measurement of urinary beta-hexosaminidase excretion.
  • Study population included 31 patients in the acute phase of ischemic stroke.

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  • Follow-up analysis involved 126 patients 21-43 weeks post-stroke.

    • Main Results:

    • Significantly increased urinary beta-hexosaminidase levels were observed in stroke patients.
    • Enzyme levels remained elevated both in the acute phase and weeks after stroke.
    • No significant difference in enzyme levels was noted between acute and later phases.

    Conclusions:

    • Ischemic stroke is associated with persistent renal injury.
    • Elevated urinary beta-hexosaminidase indicates ongoing kidney damage in stroke survivors.
    • Renal injury in stroke patients may signify a broader pattern of vascular disease.