Intravenous abciximab is neither safe nor effective for the emergency treatment of patients with acute ischemic stroke, according to a report in the January issue of Stroke. Reuters Health Information
What are the crisis and risk communication theories and their relevance to a physician’s responsibility to inform patients, family members, and community members about SARS outbreaks?
Specialized stroke care is associated with long-term benefits and is possible, researchers say, even in hospitals without full neurological service. Medscape Medical News
Multi-slice computed tomography may be useful for non-invasive identification of atherosclerotic plaque patterns associated with higher risk. European Heart Journal
Churg-Strauss syndrome can be difficult to diagnose and carries a significant risk for mortality. The current case study and review highlight the diagnosis and treatment of Churg-Strauss syndrome. Nature Clinical Practice Nephrology
