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[The risk of ischemic stroke in patients with multiple sclerosis]
S A Sivertseva1, A M Prilenskaya1, M Yu Sivertsev2
1Tyumen Regional Center of Multiple Sclerosis, Tyumen, Russia.
Zhurnal Nevrologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni S.S. Korsakova
|August 31, 2018
Abstract:
A brief literature review on risk factors of ischemic stroke in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) is presented. A case of ischemic stroke in a MS patient was demonstrated, and risk factors were identified.
Insights
This review covers risk factors for ischemic stroke in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. A case study highlights specific risk factors in an MS individual experiencing ischemic stroke.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Vascular Neurology
- Neuroimmunology
Background:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system.
- Ischemic stroke is a significant concern, and its risk factors in MS patients require thorough investigation.
Observation:
- A specific case of ischemic stroke in a patient diagnosed with multiple sclerosis was presented.
- The clinical presentation and diagnostic process for this case were detailed.
Findings:
- The literature review identified several potential risk factors for ischemic stroke in the multiple sclerosis population.
- Specific risk factors were elucidated in the presented case study, correlating with existing literature.
Implications:
- Understanding these risk factors is crucial for early detection and prevention strategies in multiple sclerosis patients.
- Further research into the interplay between MS pathophysiology and cerebrovascular events is warranted.
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