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An ischemic stroke occurs when a cerebral blood vessel becomes obstructed, most often by a thrombus or embolus, interrupting the delivery of oxygen and glucose to brain tissue. Because neurons rely on continuous aerobic metabolism, energy failure begins within minutes of reduced perfusion. The region receiving the least blood flow becomes the infarct core, an area of irreversible cellular death. Surrounding this core lies the penumbra, a zone of hypoperfused but still viable tissue that is...
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Ischemic stroke is an acute cerebrovascular condition in which blood flow to a brain region is suddenly interrupted, leading to tissue infarction. Neurons depend on continuous oxygen and glucose supply, so even brief reductions in perfusion cause energy failure, ionic imbalance, and irreversible injury. Ischemic strokes are classified into thrombotic and embolic types based on their underlying mechanisms.Thrombotic MechanismsThrombotic stroke develops when a clot forms within a cerebral artery.
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A hemorrhagic stroke develops when a cerebral blood vessel ruptures, allowing blood to escape into the surrounding brain tissue, as in intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH), or into the subarachnoid space, as in subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). Because the skull is a rigid compartment, the sudden presence of extravascular blood rapidly increases intracranial pressure and compresses adjacent neural structures, leading to immediate tissue injury and impaired cerebral perfusion.Mass Effect and Primary...
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Genetic profiles in ischaemic stroke.

Steve Bevan1, Hugh S Markus

  • 1Stroke and Dementia Research Centre, St George's, University of London, Cranmer Terrace, Tooting, London, SW17 0RE, UK. sbevan@sgul.ac.uk

Current Atherosclerosis Reports
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Summary

Genetics plays a significant role in stroke risk, with specific genes identified. This review examines the current understanding of stroke genetics and its clinical utility for patients.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Genetics
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Stroke is a complex clinical syndrome with various subtypes.
  • Each stroke subtype presents unique and shared risk factor profiles.
  • Emerging evidence highlights the substantial contribution of genetics to stroke risk.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of genetic factors influencing stroke risk.
  • To assess the clinical applicability of genetic insights for patient benefit.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of genetic studies related to stroke.
  • Analysis of identified stroke-specific genes and their implications.
  • Evaluation of current clinical utility of genetic information in stroke management.

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Main Results:

  • At least two genes directly linked to stroke risk have been identified.
  • Genetics contributes significantly to individual stroke risk.
  • Clinical application of genetic data for stroke prevention and treatment is still evolving.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding stroke genetics is crucial for personalized risk assessment.
  • Further research is needed to translate genetic findings into routine clinical practice for stroke.
  • Genetic insights hold potential for improving patient outcomes in stroke care.