Prevention and treatment of drug-related stroke / 浙江大学学报·医学版

ABSTRACT

Stroke classified into ischemic and hemorrhagic subtypes, is among the most devastating diseases for human being. Certain drugs could increase the blood viscosity, thereby increasing the potential risk of ischemia. Anti-platelet and anti-coagulation drugs, as the treatment of first choice, increase the risk of intracranial hemorrhage and death. Here, we are the first to propose the concept of drug-related stroke, and discuss the treatment strategy for patients who are complicated with intracranial hemorrhage or plan to receive neurosurgical operation during either anti-platelet or anti-coagulation medication. We hope to arouse the attention for drug related stroke among the clinicians and offer recommendation for clinical intervention.