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J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis ; 29(11): 105314, 2020 Nov.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32951959

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection is associated with stroke. The role of sex on stroke outcome has not been investigated. To objective of this paper is to describe the characteristics of a diverse cohort of acute stroke patients with COVID-19 disease and determine the role of sex on outcome. METHODS: This is a retrospective study of patients with acute stroke and SARS-CoV-2 infection admitted between March 15 to May 15, 2020 to one of the six participating comprehensive stroke centers. Baseline characteristics, stroke subtype, workup, treatment and outcome are presented as total number and percentage or median and interquartile range. Outcome at discharge was determined by the modified Rankin Scale Score (mRS). Variables and outcomes were compared for males and females using univariate and multivariate analysis. RESULTS: The study included 83 patients, 47% of which were Black, 28% Hispanics/Latinos, and 16% whites. Median age was 64 years. Approximately 89% had at least one preexisting vascular risk factor (VRF). The most common complications were respiratory failure (59%) and septic shock (34%). Compared with females, a higher proportion of males experienced severe SARS-CoV-2 symptoms requiring ICU hospitalization (73% vs. 49%; p = 0.04). When divided by stroke subtype, there were 77% ischemic, 19% intracerebral hemorrhage and 3% subarachnoid hemorrhage. The most common ischemic stroke etiologies were cryptogenic (39%) and cardioembolic (27%). Compared with females, males had higher mortality (38% vs. 13%; p = 0.02) and were less likely to be discharged home (12% vs. 33%; p = 0.04). After adjustment for age, race/ethnicity, and number of VRFs, mRS was higher in males than in females (OR = 1.47, 95% CI = 1.03-2.09). CONCLUSION: In this cohort of SARS-CoV-2 stroke patients, most had clinical evidence of coronavirus infection on admission and preexisting VRFs. Severe in-hospital complications and worse outcomes after ischemic strokes were higher in males, than females.


Subject(s)
Brain Ischemia/epidemiology , Coronavirus Infections/epidemiology , Health Status Disparities , Intracranial Hemorrhages/epidemiology , Pneumonia, Viral/epidemiology , Stroke/epidemiology , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Brain Ischemia/diagnosis , Brain Ischemia/therapy , COVID-19 , Chicago/epidemiology , Coronavirus Infections/diagnosis , Coronavirus Infections/therapy , Female , Humans , Intracranial Hemorrhages/diagnosis , Intracranial Hemorrhages/therapy , Male , Middle Aged , Pandemics , Pneumonia, Viral/diagnosis , Pneumonia, Viral/therapy , Prognosis , Retrospective Studies , Risk Assessment , Risk Factors , Sex Factors , Stroke/diagnosis , Stroke/therapy , Time Factors
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AJNR Am J Neuroradiol ; 35(7): 1303-8, 2014 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-24675999

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Controversy exists about the role of perfusion imaging in patient selection for endovascular reperfusion therapy in acute ischemic stroke. We hypothesized that perfusion imaging versus noncontrast CT- based selection would be associated with improved functional outcomes at 3 months. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We reviewed consecutive patients with anterior circulation strokes treated with endovascular reperfusion therapy within 8 hours and with baseline NIHSS score of ≥8. Baseline clinical data, selection mode (perfusion versus NCCT), angiographic data, complications, and modified Rankin Scale score at 3 months were collected. Using multivariable logistic regression, we assessed whether the mode of selection for endovascular reperfusion therapy (perfusion-based versus NCCT-based) was independently associated with good outcome. RESULTS: Two-hundred fourteen patients (mean age, 67.2 years; median NIHSS score, 18; MCA occlusion 74% and ICA occlusion 26%) were included. Perfusion imaging was used in 76 (35.5%) patients (39 CT and 37 MR imaging). Perfusion imaging-selected patients were more likely to have good outcomes compared with NCCT-selected patients (55.3 versus 33.3%, P = .002); perfusion selection by CT was associated with similar outcomes as that by MR imaging (CTP, 56.; MR perfusion, 54.1%; P = .836). In multivariable analysis, CT or MR perfusion imaging selection remained strongly associated with good outcome (adjusted OR, 2.34; 95% CI, 1.22-4.47), independent of baseline severity and reperfusion. CONCLUSIONS: In this multicenter study, patients with acute ischemic stroke who underwent perfusion imaging were more than 2-fold more likely to have good outcomes following endovascular reperfusion therapy. Randomized studies should compare perfusion imaging with NCCT imaging for patient selection for endovascular reperfusion therapy.


Subject(s)
Brain Ischemia/diagnostic imaging , Brain Ischemia/surgery , Cerebral Angiography/statistics & numerical data , Cerebral Revascularization/statistics & numerical data , Endovascular Procedures/statistics & numerical data , Stroke/diagnostic imaging , Stroke/surgery , Acute Disease , Aged , Brain Ischemia/mortality , Cerebral Revascularization/mortality , Endovascular Procedures/mortality , Female , Humans , Illinois/epidemiology , Male , Prevalence , Reproducibility of Results , Retrospective Studies , Risk Factors , Sensitivity and Specificity , Stroke/mortality , Survival Rate , Treatment Outcome
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Glia ; 33(3): 225-9, 2001 Mar 01.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-11241740

ABSTRACT

Olfactory ensheathing cells (OECs) are a unique type of macroglia required for normal olfactory axonal regeneration throughout the lifetime of an individual. Recent evidence in the literature suggests that OECs transplanted into injured spinal cords may facilitate axonal regeneration. In this study, we evaluated the neurotrophic properties of OECs using a homogeneous clonal cell line (nOEC), which does not contain contaminating cell types found in all primary OEC cultures. The results indicate that nOECs express mRNA for NGF, BDNF, NT-4/5, and neuregulins, but not for NT-3 or CNTF. In addition, nOECs secrete NGF, BDNF, and neuregulin, but retain NT-4/5 intracellularly. Finally, prelabeled nOECs derived from rat survived transplantation into a dorsal hemisected region of the hamster spinal cord and migrated only in the injured, dorsal portion of the spinal cord. This migratory pattern suggests that the nOECs are viable in vivo and respond to signals originating from the injured neuronal cells and their processes.


Subject(s)
Cell Movement/physiology , Nerve Growth Factors/genetics , Neuroglia/cytology , Neuroglia/transplantation , Olfactory Mucosa/cytology , Animals , Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor/genetics , Cell Line , Cricetinae , Gene Expression/physiology , Mesocricetus , Nerve Growth Factor/genetics , Nerve Regeneration/physiology , Neuregulins/genetics , Neuroglia/physiology , RNA, Messenger/analysis , Rats , Spinal Cord Injuries/pathology , Transplantation, Heterologous
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Catheter Cardiovasc Interv ; 48(3): 312-5, 1999 Nov.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-10525237

ABSTRACT

We describe a case of a 38-year-old male who presented with acute onset of right-sided hemiplegia and aphasia, who was transferred for emergent percutaneous intervention. Angiography revealed a dissection with total occlusion of the left internal carotid artery (ICA) with propagation of thrombus in the distribution of the middle cerebral artery (MCA). Therapy was directed at the MCA and not the ICA. Intra-arterial thrombolysis was performed on the M1 and M2 branches of the left middle cerebral artery, resulting in almost complete resolution of symptoms during the angiography procedure. Heparin was continued postprocedure, and the patient was discharged home on warfarin and aspirin with minimal residual symptoms.


Subject(s)
Brain Ischemia/drug therapy , Carotid Artery, Internal, Dissection/complications , Fibrinolytic Agents/administration & dosage , Heparin/administration & dosage , Plasminogen Activators/administration & dosage , Thrombolytic Therapy/methods , Urokinase-Type Plasminogen Activator/administration & dosage , Adult , Angiography, Digital Subtraction , Brain Ischemia/diagnostic imaging , Brain Ischemia/etiology , Carotid Artery, Internal, Dissection/diagnosis , Carotid Artery, Internal, Dissection/drug therapy , Cerebral Angiography , Drug Therapy, Combination , Humans , Infusions, Intra-Arterial , Male , Middle Cerebral Artery/diagnostic imaging , Ultrasonography, Doppler, Duplex
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J Hand Surg Am ; 15(3): 460-3, 1990 May.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-2348065

ABSTRACT

An unusual case of an irreducible anterior fracture dislocation of the proximal interphalangeal joint in a child with open epiphyses is described. Bilateral intraarticular avulsion fractures at the proximal attachment of the collateral ligaments were present, and the phalangeal head was locked through a tear in the central slip.


Subject(s)
Finger Injuries/surgery , Fractures, Bone/surgery , Joint Dislocations/surgery , Ligaments, Articular/injuries , Adolescent , Humans , Ligaments, Articular/surgery , Male
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J Orthop Trauma ; 1(4): 318-25, 1987.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-3506069

ABSTRACT

Fracture patterns in 87 interphalangeal joint fractures in children's hands were studied and correlated with unique anatomic features of these joints. The collateral ligaments, which extend beyond the physis into the metaphysis, were found to protect the growth plate in the frontal plane. With laterally directed forces, fractures on the proximal side of the joint occurred, rather than epiphyseal fractures. There was good remodeling of angular deformities in the sagittal plane, but minimal correction in the frontal plane. In those patients treated surgically, angular deformities did not result. Of 24 condylar fractures followed for an average of 55 months, 11 (46%) demonstrated some restriction of joint motion.


Subject(s)
Finger Injuries/physiopathology , Fractures, Bone/physiopathology , Adolescent , Child , Child, Preschool , Epiphyses/injuries , Finger Injuries/surgery , Fractures, Bone/surgery , Humans , Ligaments, Articular/physiopathology , Male
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South Med J ; 70(12): 1423-4, 1977 Dec.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-594792

ABSTRACT

Presented are three cases of hemangiomas of skeletal muscle in which the presenting symptom was pain. Examination revealed almost spot tenderness at the site of the tumor, but no masses were palpable. Treatment was exicision. Results of surgery usually are good, although local recurrence can follow incomplete resection, as it did in one of our cases.


Subject(s)
Hemangioma , Muscular Diseases , Adolescent , Adult , Child , Hemangioma/diagnosis , Hemangioma/pathology , Humans , Male , Muscular Diseases/diagnosis , Muscular Diseases/pathology , Pain
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