Ischemic stroke primary prevention
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aysha Anwar, M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
Primary Prevention
Primary prevention of ischemic stroke is mainly aimed at treatment and modifcation of risk factors which are directly associated with increased occurence of ischemic stroke. Effective measures for primary prevention of stroke include:
- Genetic testing and treatment for diseases with increased risk of ischemic stroke such as Fabry's disease
- Life style modifications such as increased physical activity in obese or over weight patients to maintain healthy weight
- Treatment of hypertension, diabetes mellitus and hyperlipidemia[1]
- Treatment of atrial fibrillation and anticoagulant prophylaxis
- Procedures such as carotid endarterectomy or carotid angioplasty can be used to remove significant atherosclerotic narrowing (stenosis) of the carotid artery
- Smoking cessation and decreased alcohal intake
For AHA/ASA guidelines on prevention of ischemic stroke, please click here
References
- ↑ American Heart Association. (2007). Stroke Risk Factors Americanheart.org. Retrieved on January 22, 2007.