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Pediatric arterial ischemic stroke: Epidemiology, risk factors, and management

Ryan J Felling1, Lisa R Sun1, Emily C Maxwell2

  • 1Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Neurology, Baltimore, MD 21287, United States.

Blood Cells, Molecules & Diseases
|March 25, 2017
PubMed

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Pediatric arterial ischemic stroke (AIS) is a rare but serious condition in children. Early diagnosis and understanding risk factors are crucial for effective management and improved outcomes in pediatric stroke patients.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pediatrics
  • Vascular Medicine

Background:

  • Pediatric arterial ischemic stroke (AIS) is an uncommon cause of neurologic disability in children.
  • Consequences include hemiparesis, intellectual disabilities, and epilepsy.
  • Causes and risk factors differ significantly from adult stroke.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology and risk factors of pediatric AIS.
  • To outline consensus-based evaluation and management practices.
  • To discuss outcomes in neonates and children with AIS.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of pediatric arterial ischemic stroke.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data and risk factors.
  • Synthesis of current consensus-based practices for diagnosis and management.

Main Results:

  • Pediatric AIS has unique causes and risk factors compared to adults.
  • Delayed diagnosis is a common challenge.
  • Established guidelines exist for evaluation and management.

Conclusions:

  • Continued research and specialized centers are vital for advancing pediatric stroke care.
  • Improved understanding of risk factors can lead to earlier diagnosis and better outcomes.
  • Further investigation is needed to address persistent uncertainties in pediatric AIS.

Keywords:
Brain injuryChildrenInfarctNeonates

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