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Area of Science:

Neurology
Public Health
Epidemiology

Context:

Global stroke burden is increasing despite reduced mortality.
Acute stroke treatment trials emphasize "time is brain."
Silent ischemic and hemorrhagic lesions are prevalent.

Purpose:

To highlight the growing global burden of stroke.
To underscore the importance of stroke prevention, acute treatment, and rehabilitation.
To emphasize the link between silent cerebrovascular lesions and cognitive impairment.

Summary:

Stroke mortality has decreased, but the overall global burden of stroke is rising.
Numerous clinical trials in acute ischemic, hemorrhagic, and subarachnoid stroke confirm "time is brain."
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) studies reveal frequent silent ischemic and hemorrhagic lesions, contributing to cognitive impairment and dementia.

Impact:

Reinforces the critical need for enhanced stroke prevention strategies.
Underscores the significance of timely intervention in acute stroke.
Highlights the long-term cognitive consequences of cerebrovascular disease, including silent lesions.