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L’stroke represents a health problem of great importance, which affects a significant percentage of the population world population. This medical emergency has raised the attention of scientific community and medical, especially during events such as National congress of the Italian Society of Neurology. During the event, industry experts discussed the latest innovations and improvements in treatments available, both forischemic stroke than for that hemorrhagic.
The extent of the stroke problem
L’stroke it is a critical condition, capable of causing devastating effects on people’s lives. In the High-income countriesaffects up to one in five people, while in Low-income countries the situation is even more serious, with cases reaching almost one in two people. This pathology is recognized as the second cause of death at a global level, underlining the urgency of strategies prevention e effective treatments. The particular shape ischemicthe most frequent, occurs when acerebral artery is obstructed by a blood clot. It is essential to know that, although thestroke may have tragic consequences, there are options for it prevention e treatmentwhich have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years.
Advances in the treatment of ischemic stroke
A crucial aspect in the fight againststroke is the treatment of ischemic stroke. Giant strides have recently been made in this area, particularly with regards to removal of thrombi which block the cerebral arteries. There Dr. Simona Saccoprofessor of Neurologyhighlighted how, thanks to the intravenous drugsit is possible to dissolve the clots and avoid permanent damage. It turned out that the tenecteplase is emerging as a more effective choice thanalteplasethe previous standard of treatment. This new drug should be available in Italia in the next year, with the aim of improving access to timely care.
Alongside the drugs, also the mechanical techniques for clot removal have seen significant improvements. Innovation in devices allows doctors to reopen arteries more effectively and safely. Another fundamental aspect is the evolution of imaging techniqueslike the magnetic resonance imaging and the computed tomographywhich, combined withartificial intelligenceallow us to identify patients with brain tissue potentially salvageable. Thanks to these technologies, the time window for the surgery was extended up to 24 hours, offering more opportunities to patients and increasing the chances of a positive outcome.
Developments in the treatment of hemorrhagic stroke
L’hemorrhagic strokealthough less common, represents a particularly serious form of stroke, linked to rupture of a blood vessel In the brain. Recently, there have been significant advances in the way this form of stroke is managed. There Dr. Sacco underlined the importance of immediate control of blood pressure and the application of antidotes in patients on anticoagulant therapy. These actions proved to be fundamental in improving the survival and reduce the disability in affected patients.
An interesting innovation concerns theevacuation of the hematoma in case of cerebral hemorrhage. Recent studies have shown how the use of small catheters for this procedure to generate significant benefits, opening new therapeutic avenues for patients affected by hemorrhagic stroke. These events represent a positive change in the management of emergencies related tostrokeallowing a more targeted and personalized approach based on patient needs.
Advances in stroke treatment are ischemic That hemorrhagic they are changing the clinical landscape and offering new hope to those living with these conditions. The implementation of advanced technologies e innovative drugs could result in a substantial improvement in quality of life of many people affected by stroke.
Last updated on November 11, 2024 by Sofia Greco
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