Meta-analysis finds 3.58% stroke incidence after lung transplant, linked to 3-fold mortality increase
How often do strokes happen after a lung transplant? A new review finds out
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 33,175 adult lung transplant recipients from 17 studies found a pooled stroke incidence of 3.58%.
A stroke after a lung transplant triples the risk of death, a new review of 33,000 patients found, though the exact rate varies by hospital.
High-frequency rTMS over left VLPFC reduces GI injury scores, improves autonomic function in stroke patients
Can a brain stimulation treatment help stroke patients with serious gut problems?
In a randomized trial of 64 ABI patients with acute gastrointestinal injury, those receiving 10 Hz rTMS over the left ventrolateral prefront…
A brain stimulation treatment helped stroke patients with serious gut problems heal faster and improved their heart rate balance.
Tailored Home Intervention Reduces Falls by 33% in Stroke Patients
Could a Simple Home Program Cut Falls for Stroke Survivors?
A randomized trial found a 33% reduction in fall rates among stroke patients receiving a tailored home intervention (IRR 0.67, 95% CI 0.48-0…
A home-based program cut falls by one-third for stroke survivors by improving strength, balance, and confidence over six months.
rTMS and TBS Improve Unilateral Spatial Neglect Post-Stroke: Meta-Analysis of 425 Patients
Can Brain Stimulation Help Stroke Survivors Overcome Neglect?
Meta-analysis of 17 studies (n=425) shows rTMS and TBS significantly reduce neglect severity in USN post-stroke, with rTMS improving LBT (SM…
Noninvasive brain stimulation like rTMS and TBS helped stroke survivors with spatial neglect regain attention and daily skills in a review o…
Psoriasis Linked to 24% Increased Stroke Risk, Especially in Severe Cases
Does Having Psoriasis Put You at Greater Risk for a Stroke?
Meta-analysis of 18 studies shows psoriasis patients have a 24% higher stroke risk (HR 1.24, 95% CI: 1.15-1.35, P<.05), with severe cases at…
People with severe psoriasis face a 36% higher risk of stroke, while even mild cases show a 9% increase in risk compared to those without th…