Brain Health: Stroke and Neuroscience

Keep up to date on preventing and managing stroke.

Science News

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Improving Outcomes in Heart Disease
Neurodevelopmental Outcomes for Individuals With Congenital Heart Disease: Updates in Neuroprotection, Risk-Stratification, Evaluation, and Management
The American Heart Association at 100: A Century of Scientific Progress and the Future of Cardiovascular Science
Treatment and Outcomes of Cervical Artery Dissection in Adults
Diagnosis and Management of Cerebral Venous Thrombosis

Journals

LOX-1 and MMP-9 Inhibition Attenuates the Detrimental Effects of Delayed rt-PA Therapy and Improves Outcomes After Acute Ischemic Stroke
Arterial Tortuosity Is a Potent Determinant of Safety in Endovascular Therapy for Acute Ischemic Stroke
Letter by Teng et al Regarding Article, “Cardiac Pericytes Acquire a Fibrogenic Phenotype and Contribute to Vascular Maturation After Myocardial Infarction”
Response by Frangogiannis to Letter Regarding Article, “Cardiac Pericytes Acquire a Fibrogenic Phenotype and Contribute to Vascular Maturation After Myocardial Infarction”
CTP-Defined Large Core Is a Better Predictor of Poor Outcome for Endovascular Treatment Than ASPECTS-Defined Large Core

Continuing Education

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The Stroke Council is dedicated to advancing the science of stroke prevention, treatment and recovery through research and education. Members develop scientifically based publications, meetings, education, and training programs; they help translate stroke-related science into effective initiatives and products for the public, healthcare professionals, healthcare facilities and policymakers.


The CVSN Council accelerates the discovery, interpretation, and application of science to enhance cardiovascular health and treat cardiovascular diseases and stroke. The council helps develop scientific statements and advisories, guide professional education activities, provide scientific expertise, conduct research, translate findings, and promote evidence-based practices in clinical settings.


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