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Published on: August 18, 2015

[Secondary prevention of ischemic stroke in children]

V P Zykov, I B Komarova

    Zhurnal Nevrologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni S.S. Korsakova
    |February 8, 2013
    PubMed

    Insights

    Pediatric arterial ischemic stroke (IS) is a major cause of childhood disability. This review highlights international guidelines for secondary stroke prevention, emphasizing anticoagulation and antiplatelet therapies.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Pediatrics
    • Cardiology

    Context:

    • Pediatric arterial ischemic stroke (AIS) is a significant cause of lifelong disability in children.
    • Arteriopathies resulting from trauma and infection are key contributors to childhood AIS.
    • Effective secondary stroke prevention requires consideration of underlying pathogenetic mechanisms and vascular risk factors.

    Purpose:

    • To review recent international clinical recommendations for secondary stroke prevention in pediatric arterial ischemic stroke.
    • To analyze the efficacy of anticoagulation and antiplatelet therapies based on multicenter clinical studies.
    • To inform the development of Russian standards for secondary AIS prevention.

    Summary:

    • Current secondary stroke prevention for children primarily involves anticoagulation or antiplatelet treatments.
    • International guidelines, particularly from the USA cardiology association, are based on randomized multicenter clinical studies.
    • There is limited experience with these therapies in Russia, necessitating the adoption of international standards.

    Impact:

    • Provides a foundation for establishing evidence-based Russian clinical guidelines for pediatric arterial ischemic stroke.
    • Aims to improve long-term outcomes and reduce disability associated with childhood stroke.
    • Facilitates the practical application of international best practices in the Russian healthcare system.

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