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Dabigatran Not Superior to Aspirin for Preventing Recurrent Stroke

Efficacy similar to aspirin for preventing recurrent stroke after embolic stroke of undetermined source

Afib Diagnosed During Critical Care Linked to Higher Long-Term Stroke Risk

An increased risk for stroke and SE was found among patients with newly diagnosed AF while receiving critical care compared with those without AF,

Alteplase Seems Beneficial at 4.5 to 9.0 Hours After Stroke

The use of alteplase between 4.5 and 9.0 hours after stroke onset results in a higher number of patients with no or minor neurological deficits.

Reducing the Risk of Device-Related Thrombosis Following LAA Closure

Future research needs to look at the role of antithrombotic therapy following percutaneous left atrial appendage closure.

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Low Risk for Major Hemorrhage With Clopidogrel Plus Aspirin in Ischemic Stroke

The use of clopidogrel with aspirin in short-term treatments of acute TIA or minor AIS has a low rate of complication due to major hemorrhage.

Left Atrial Emptying Fractions Associated With Ischemic Cerebrovascular Events

Reduced total left atrial emptying fraction was associated with incident ischemic cerebrovascular events independent of known cerebrovascular risk factors and incident atrial fibrillation.

Psychostimulant Use and Fatal Strokes Among Young Adults

Psychostimulant use plays a substantial role in fatal strokes among young adults.

Endovascular Thrombectomy Improves Short-Term Survival After Acute Ischemic Stroke

Meta-analysis shows considerable evidence of the benefits of endovascular thrombectomy for survival during the first 90 days after acute ischemic stroke.