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  • Public Health

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  • Stroke during or shortly after long-haul flights is infrequently documented.
  • Previous research suggests patent foramen ovale (PFO) may be a significant factor.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the incidence and characteristics of flight-related strokes.
  • To explore the role of PFO and other etiologies in stroke occurring after air travel.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective observational study of stroke patients at Royal Melbourne Hospital (2003-2014).
  • Identification of flight-related strokes defined as stroke within 14 days of air travel.
  • Analysis of patient demographics, stroke characteristics, and potential etiologies.

Main Results:

  • 42 (0.73%) of 5727 stroke patients experienced flight-related strokes.
  • Flight-related stroke patients were younger (median 65 vs. 73 years) and received thrombolysis more frequently.
  • Cardioembolic causes, including PFO in 20% of cases, were identified, but stroke etiologies were diverse.

Conclusions:

  • Stroke associated with air travel is a rare event.
  • While PFO is implicated in some cases, flight-related strokes have varied underlying causes.
  • Further research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms and risk factors.