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Early detection of cardiovascular issues after acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is crucial. Understanding the brain-heart axis helps manage cardiac complications and improve outcomes for AIS patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Cardiology
  • Pathophysiology

Background:

  • Acute ischemic stroke (AIS) significantly impacts cardiovascular health.
  • A bidirectional brain-heart axis mediates these effects.
  • AIS patients face high risks of severe cardiac complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the pathophysiological mechanisms of brain-heart interactions post-AIS.
  • To outline clinical consequences of these interactions.
  • To provide recommendations for cardiovascular management in AIS.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on brain-heart axis in AIS.
  • Analysis of pathological mechanisms: sympathetic hyperactivity, HPA axis, inflammation, gut dysbiosis.
  • Review of clinical outcomes and mortality causes.

Main Results:

  • Key mechanisms include sympathetic hyperactivity, HPA axis, immune/inflammatory responses, and gut dysbiosis.
  • Common cardiac complications: heart attack, heart failure, arrhythmias, dysfunction.
  • Continuous hemodynamic monitoring and specific medications (e.g., beta blockers) are recommended.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of cardiovascular complications is vital for AIS patient outcomes.
  • Therapeutic targets require further investigation.
  • A multidisciplinary approach is essential for managing the brain-heart axis in AIS.