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While Flawed, Afib-Detecting Shopping Carts Show Promise in Early Study

Researchers plan to improve accuracy of concept in future study

Jun 23, 2023
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No Increase in Major Cardiac Events With Testosterone-Replacement Therapy

Men with hypogonadism and heart disease or risk factors saw no increased risk vs placebo

Jun 16, 2023
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease Linked With Increased Stroke Risk

Swedish study is largest, with longest follow-up to date

Jun 14, 2023
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Ultrasound for Distal Forearm Fractures in Kids; Ketamine vs ECT for Depression

Also in TTHealthWatch: treating intracerebral hemorrhage

Jun 10, 2023
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Oh, You Have Medicare? We'll Skip That Test.

Patients on public insurance have a right to know if they're being treated differently

Jun 08, 2023
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Insomnia Symptoms Tied to Stroke a Decade Later

Research suggests that younger adults in particular manage insomnia for stroke prevention

Jun 07, 2023
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Kidneys on Ice; Improving Outcomes for Smaller Strokes

Also in TTHealthWatch: multivitamins for cognition

Jun 03, 2023
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Brain Bleed Outcomes Improve With Bundled Care Strategy

Positive results from combining BP, glucose, fever, anticoagulation control

May 25, 2023
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DOACs Safe to Start Soon After Acute Ischemic Stroke

Trial supports starting within 48 hours for many patients

May 24, 2023
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With Preliminary Win for DOAC, Sights Set on Supplanting DAPT After LAA Closure

First randomized trial sets the stage for larger, more definitive studies

May 18, 2023
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CO2 Flush Offers Renewed Hope for TAVR Brain Protection

Early study suggests role for neuroprotection from air bubbles

May 17, 2023
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Stroke Prevalence Inches Upward in American Men

Slight uptick in males since 1999, but other demographic groups remain stable

Apr 24, 2023
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Stroke Outcomes Provide Some Clarity on Kidney-Brain Connection

Kidney dysfunction, kidney damage increase risks in different ways, say researchers

Apr 07, 2023
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Sleep Problems Tied to Increased Stroke Risk

Long unplanned naps, poor sleep quality, apnea among red flags

Apr 05, 2023
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