COVID May Complicate Ischemic Stroke Revascularization
New data suggest an increased risk of brain bleeds and worse outcomes after revascularization for ischemic stroke in the setting of COVID, but absolute risk low.
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New data suggest an increased risk of brain bleeds and worse outcomes after revascularization for ischemic stroke in the setting of COVID, but absolute risk low.
E-Mail DALLAS, March 11, 2021 — Pictures of the retina may someday provide early warning signs that a person is at an increased risk of stroke and dementia, making it possible to take preventive measures, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2021. The virtual meeting is March 17-19, 2021 and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health. Studies have shown that people with severe retinopathy, damage to the light-sensing tissue at the back of t...