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Young Nigerian girl in the hospital for sickle cell disease.
Pediatric Cancer

SPIN Trial: Stroke Prevention in Children with Sickle Cell Disease

U.S. and Nigerian researchers join forces to find solutions.
Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery

Preventing Strokes in Children with Sickle Cell

In the country hardest hit by sickle cell disease, clinicians learn and adopt new approaches.
Neurology & Neurosurgery

CRAO: Screening Reveals Hidden Stroke Risk Factors

Research confirms central retinal artery occlusion brings undiagnosed risk factors for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events.
Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery

Thrombectomy: Equal Benefits With Pre-stroke Disability

New study fills gap in large trial enrollment, supports extending the treatment.
MRI machine reading oxygen levels in patients with and without sickle cell disease.
Neurology & Neurosurgery

New Tool to Pinpoint Stroke Risk in Sickle Cell Disease

MRI screening could prolong lives of patients with SCD.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Defining the Role of Vitamin B1 in Stroke Rehabilitation

New research will elucidate the role of thiamine deficiency in stroke patients.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

A Pocket-sized Tool for Stroke Rehabilitation

An NP-designed care guide proves simpler is often better.
Neurology & Neurosurgery

AI-based Tech to Improve Stroke Outcomes

“Smart” catheter could refine thrombectomy and other endovascular procedures.
Doctor checking baby's heart
Pediatrics

Risk High for Stroke in Pediatric CHD Patients

Higher risk for stroke among children and infants with congenital heart disease warrants heightened awareness.
Home health worker greets person at door
Neurology & Neurosurgery

Mobile Stroke Teams Driven to Improve Incident Aftercare

After an encouraging pilot, a new Vanderbilt University Medical Center study is underway to measure the impact of stroke aftercare that extends beyond discharge.
Physician interacting with patient
Neurology & Neurosurgery

Stroke and Aneurysm Treatment Scrutinized in Multiple Trials

Device improvements, drugs and registries for cerebrovascular disease are examined for their life-saving potential.
Picture of Lori Jordan, M.D., smiling
Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery

Advances in Child Neurology: Q&A with Lori Jordan, M.D.

From pediatric stroke to global training initiatives, changes in the field make for an “exciting time” to practice.