Ischaemic strokes have traditionally been classified according to the TOAST criteria, in
which strokes with unclear aetiology are classified as cryptogenic strokes. However, the …

Stroke is a devastating condition with significant morbidity and mortality worldwide.
Antithrombotic therapy plays a crucial role in both primary and secondary prevention of …

Patent foramen ovale (PFO) describes a valve in the interatrial septum that permits shunting
of blood or thrombotic material between the atria. PFOs are present in approximately 25% of …

Embolic stroke of unknown source (ESUS) represents one in five ischemic strokes.
Ipsilateral non-stenotic carotid plaques are identified in 40% of all ESUS. In this narrative …

The association between stroke and cancer is well-established. Because of an aging
population and longer survival rates, the frequency of synchronous stroke and cancer will …

Background Stroke is an acute disorder and dysfunction of the focal neurological system that
has long been recognized as one of the leading causes of death and severe disability in …

This paper reviews the current evidence on the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations,
diagnosis and management of cancer-associated non-bacterial thrombotic endocarditis …

The past decade has seen significant advances in stroke prevention. These advances
include new antithrombotic agents, new options for dyslipidemia treatment, and novel …

Background Patients with cancer and acute ischemic stroke (AIS) face high rates of recurrent
thromboembolism or death. Objectives To examine whether hematologic and embolic …

In January 2023, diagnosed with numerous metastases of lung cancer in my brain, I felt that I
must accomplish a mission. If everything happens for a reason, my cancer, in particular, I …