Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-10-01DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2025.108462
Xiaodong Chen , Yifan Xu , Chao Wang , Wencong Guo , Yancheng Song , Bing Chen
Background
Life’s Crucial 9 (LC9) is a composite cardiovascular health score comprising nine modifiable factors. This study examines the relationship between LC9 scores and stroke prevalence in US adults.
Methods
This study conducted a cross-sectional analysis of National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data from 2005 to 2018. To facilitate analysis, LC9 values were separated into four quartiles. The relationship between LC9 scores and the prevalence of stroke was evaluated using subgroup analysis, restricted cubic spline (RCS) modeling, and weighted multivariable logistic regression.
Results
Among 19 207 participants with an average LC9 score of 70.70 ± 0.22, the overall stroke prevalence was 2.87 %. Each one-point increase in LC9 score was associated with a 4.7 % reduction in stroke odds (95 % CI 0.943–0.963; p < 0.001). Compared with the lowest LC9 quartile (Q1), individuals in the highest quartile (Q4) had a 72.6 % lower stroke prevalence (95 % CI 0.169–0.446; p < 0.001). Stratified analyses and interaction assessments indicated that the inverse association remained consistent across age, sex, BMI, diabetes, and hypertension categories, with no significant interactions observed. Furthermore, curve fitting analysis identified a linear correlation between LC9 scores and the risk of stroke.
Conclusions
Our findings indicated that higher LC9 scores were associated with a reduced likelihood of stroke. Preserving a favorable LC9 score may serve as a potential strategy for stroke prevention. To substantiate these observations and establish clinically applicable LC9 thresholds, additional large-scale prospective studies with prolonged follow-up are needed.
背景:Life's critical 9 (LC9)是一个由9个可修改因素组成的心血管健康综合评分。本研究探讨了美国成人LC9评分与卒中患病率之间的关系。方法:对2005 - 2018年全国健康与营养调查数据进行横断面分析。为了便于分析,LC9值被分成4个四分位数。采用亚组分析、限制性三次样条(RCS)模型和加权多变量logistic回归评估LC9评分与卒中患病率之间的关系。结果:19 207名参与者的平均LC9得分为70.70±0.22,卒中总患病率为2.87%。LC9评分每增加1分,卒中几率降低4.7% (95% CI 0.943-0.963; p < 0.001)。与最低LC9四分位数(Q1)相比,最高四分位数(Q4)的个体卒中患病率降低72.6% (95% CI 0.169-0.446; p < 0.001)。分层分析和相互作用评估表明,在年龄、性别、BMI、糖尿病和高血压类别中,负相关保持一致,没有观察到显著的相互作用。此外,曲线拟合分析发现LC9评分与卒中风险之间存在线性相关。结论:我们的研究结果表明,较高的LC9评分与卒中可能性降低有关。保持有利的LC9评分可能是预防脑卒中的潜在策略。为了证实这些观察结果并建立临床适用的LC9阈值,需要更多的大规模前瞻性研究和长时间随访。
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-11-05DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2025.108482
Yuwhan Chung M.D., Sung Ho Lee M.D., Ph.D., Kangmin Kim M.D., Ph.D., Hyun-Seung Kang M.D., Ph.D., Jeong Eun Kim M.D., Ph.D., Won-Sang Cho M.D., Ph.D.
Objectives
Indirect revascularization after bypass surgery for intracranial atherosclerotic steno-occlusive disease (ICAD) remains controversial. We aimed to evaluate indirect revascularization after direct bypass surgery in patients with ICAD.
Methods
Among 245 patients with ICAD who underwent direct bypass surgery between 2003 and 2022, 191 patients were ultimately enrolled in this study. Treatment outcomes were compared between combined bypass (n = 162 [84.8 %]) and direct bypass alone (n = 29) groups. Multivariable analyses were performed to identify significant predictors of indirect revascularization and favorable clinical outcomes.
Results
There were no significant differences in overall baseline characteristics or treatment outcomes between the two groups. At the last angiographic follow-up at 27.1 ± 27.1 months (range, 5.0–97.3 months), the rate of indirect revascularization was significantly higher in the combined bypass group than in the direct bypass alone group (39.5 % versus 17.2 %, P = .022). Significant predictors of indirect revascularization included combined bypass (OR 3.175, 95 % CI 1.142–8.826; P = .027) rather than direct bypass alone, and significant stenosis and occlusion in the middle cerebral artery rather than the internal carotid artery (OR 1.961, 95 % CI 1.022–3.763; P = .043). An additional analysis revealed that a good preoperative clinical status (OR 0.141, 95 % CI 0.066–0.302, P < .001) and indirect revascularization (OR 5.508, 95 % CI 1.003–30.245, P = .050) were independent predictors of favorable clinical outcomes.
Conclusion
Indirect revascularization was more pronounced after combined bypass than direct bypass alone and was a significant predictor of favorable clinical outcomes.
目的颅内动脉粥样硬化性狭窄闭塞病(ICAD)旁路手术后间接血运重建术仍有争议。我们的目的是评估ICAD患者直接搭桥手术后的间接血运重建。方法在2003年至2022年期间接受直接搭桥手术的245例ICAD患者中,191例患者最终入选本研究。比较联合搭桥组(n = 162[84.8%])和单纯搭桥组(n = 29)的治疗结果。进行多变量分析以确定间接血运重建的重要预测因素和良好的临床结果。结果两组患者的总体基线特征和治疗结果无显著差异。在最后一次血管造影随访(27.1±27.1个月,范围5.0 ~ 97.3个月)时,联合搭桥组间接血运重建率明显高于单独搭桥组(39.5% vs 17.2%, P = 0.022)。间接血运重建的重要预测因素包括联合搭桥(OR 3.175, 95% CI 1.142-8.826; P = 0.027)而不是单独直接搭桥,以及大脑中动脉明显狭窄和闭塞而不是颈内动脉(OR 1.961, 95% CI 1.022-3.763; P = 0.043)。另一项分析显示,良好的术前临床状态(OR 0.141, 95% CI 0.066-0.302, P < 001)和间接血运重建(OR 5.508, 95% CI 1.003-30.245, P = 0.050)是良好临床结果的独立预测因子。结论联合搭桥术后间接血运重建比单独直接搭桥术后更为明显,是良好临床预后的重要预测指标。
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-10-17DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2025.108475
Hongxiao Lv , Yutong Liu , Xinyu Yang , Xingchao Xu , Junwei Zhou , Wentao Yu
Background
Vascular dementia (VaD) is the second most common type of dementia after Alzheimer's disease, imposing a substantial burden on global health. Accumulating evidence indicates that oxidative stress, characterized by an imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) production and antioxidant defense, plays a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of VaD.
Objective
This review aims to summarize the latest research progress on the involvement of oxidative stress in the pathogenesis of VaD and explore emerging therapeutic strategies targeting oxidative stress.
Results
Oxidative stress is deeply involved in multiple pathological processes of VaD. Its root cause lies in chronic cerebral hypoperfusion (CCH), which leads to mitochondrial dysfunction and excessive ROS production. Such oxidative damage exacerbates blood-brain barrier (BBB) disruption, neuroinflammation, and neuronal apoptosis, ultimately resulting in cognitive decline. Key molecular mechanisms include the activation of NADPH oxidase, impairment of the Nrf2 antioxidant pathway, and dysregulation of SIRT1. Therapeutic strategies have evolved from traditional antioxidants (e.g., α-lipoic acid) to novel approaches, including targeting the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway (e.g., using saffron-rich GJ-4 extract), regulating mitochondrial function, utilizing natural compounds (e.g., resveratrol acting via SIRT1 activation), and non-pharmacological interventions such as acupuncture. These strategies alleviate oxidative stress through multi-target mechanisms and have demonstrated significant efficacy.
Conclusion
The central role of oxidative stress in VaD provides new targets for treatment, but a shift from single-target antioxidant therapy to multi-level intervention is required. Future research should focus on developing targeted antioxidant therapies, exploring combination treatment regimens, and validating biomarkers applicable for early detection and therapeutic efficacy assessment.
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-11-21DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2025.108501
Mc Lernon S , Appiah B , Moorley C , Thomas N , Mussa R , Gonzales S , Werring D , Olawade D․B , Flood C
Purpose
Stroke remains a significant health concern in high-income countries (HICs) and is increasing among younger adults. Although largely preventable, public awareness of stroke risk factors in HICs is not well established. We assessed awareness levels in World Bank-classified HICs and identified associated factors.
Methods
Systematic searches used Ovid MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Academic Search Complete, CINAHL, Cochrane Review Library, Emcare, and ASSIA. Two authors independently screened studies and extracted data. Risk of bias was assessed using Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklists. Due to heterogeneity, narrative synthesis was conducted. Exploratory analyses including visual mapping and descriptive cross-country comparisons were performed despite methodological heterogeneity. Protocol registered on PROSPERO (CRD42025621931).
Findings
Of 2146 papers screened, 23 met inclusion criteria. Most studies reported low stroke risk factor awareness. Hypertension was most frequently identified, followed by smoking, dyslipidaemia, and diabetes. Sedentary lifestyle, alcohol consumption, ethnicity, and atrial fibrillation were least recognised. Risk of bias assessment revealed sampling and generalisability concerns in most studies. Most reported associations were unadjusted for potential confounders. Higher education was linked to greater awareness. Marked geographical clustering occurred, with 65 % of studies from Middle Eastern countries, predominantly Saudi Arabia.
Discussion
This review uniquely identifies critical evidence gaps including under-representation of diverse populations, lack of standardised awareness metrics, and predominance of unadjusted analyses in HIC stroke risk factor awareness research.
Conclusion
Stroke risk factor awareness gaps are prevalent and may limit prevention efforts. Large-scale, methodologically robust studies across diverse geographical, socioeconomic, and ethnic populations within HICs are urgently needed, as awareness characteristics may vary dramatically even within high-income settings. Targeted education is necessary for primary prevention strategies.
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-11-11DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2025.108492
Lichao Hong , Lina Geng , Shuyan Jing , Zhai Liu , Yong Wang , Qian Wang
Aim
This study evaluated the application of Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA)-based BATMAN and PCCS scoring systems to predict individual neurological functional prognosis in patients with Basilar Artery Occlusive (BAO) stroke.
Materials and methods
Forty patients with BAO were enrolled, with prognosis assessed at 3 months post-stroke using the modified Rankin Scale (mRS). Prognostic scores were classified as good (mRS ≤ 3) or poor (mRS > 3). MRA-based BATMAN and PCCS scores were used to predict outcomes, and their predictive efficacy was assessed via Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve analysis.
Results
Among the 40 BAO patients, 24 (60%) had a good prognosis and 16 (40%) had a poor prognosis. Both BATMAN-MRA and PCCS-MRA scores were significantly negatively correlated with the 3-month mRS score (BATMAN-MRA: r = -0.487, P < 0.001; PCCS-MRA: r = -0.503, P < 0.001). ROC analysis showed that the BATMAN-MRA score had slightly higher predictive efficacy (AUC = 0.849) than the PCCS-MRA score (AUC = 0.807), with an optimal cutoff value of 6.5 for both scoring systems.
Conclusion
MRA-based BATMAN and PCCS scores are effective tools for predicting neurological outcomes in BAO patients, with BATMAN-MRA demonstrating superior predictive accuracy in this study.
目的:本研究评估基于磁共振血管造影(MRA)的BATMAN和PCCS评分系统在预测基底动脉闭塞性(BAO)脑卒中患者个体神经功能预后中的应用。材料与方法:入选40例BAO患者,卒中后3个月采用改良Rankin量表(mRS)评估预后。预后评分分为好(mRS≤3)和差(mRS bb0.3)。基于mra的BATMAN和PCCS评分用于预测预后,并通过受试者工作特征(ROC)曲线分析评估其预测效果。结果:40例BAO患者中,预后良好24例(60%),预后不良16例(40%)。BATMAN-MRA和PCCS-MRA评分与3个月mRS评分均呈显著负相关(BATMAN-MRA: r = -0.487,P < 0.001; PCCS-MRA: r = -0.503,P < 0.001)。ROC分析显示,BATMAN-MRA评分的预测效能(AUC = 0.849)略高于PCCS-MRA评分(AUC = 0.807),两种评分系统的最佳截止值均为6.5。结论:基于mra的BATMAN和PCCS评分是预测BAO患者神经预后的有效工具,BATMAN- mra在本研究中显示出更高的预测准确性。
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-11-11DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2025.108493
Weidong Men , Xuehao Zhang , Lijian Zhang , Shuo Sun , Yatong Wang , Pengfei Zhao , Jia Zuo , Chunhui Li , Xiaosong Shan
Background
Intracranial aneurysms (IAs) carry a high risk of rupture leading to subarachnoid hemorrhage, yet current diagnostic methods are invasive and costly. This study aimed to evaluate the potential of serum inflammatory markers and cardiotrophin-1 (CT-1) as non-invasive biomarkers for IA presence and rupture risk.
Methods
A total of 131 IA patients (33 unruptured, 98 ruptured) and 21 healthy controls were enrolled. Serum levels of IL-6, IL-10, IL-33, S100B, E-selectin, and CT-1 were measured by ELISA. Statistical analyses included Kruskal-Wallis tests, ROC curve evaluation, and logistic regression for risk factors.
Results
Serum CT-1 levels were significantly elevated in IA patients versus controls (p = 0.0002), with the highest levels in ruptured IAs (p = 0.0001 vs controls). ROC analysis demonstrated CT-1’s diagnostic potential for IA (AUC = 0.7801, sensitivity 75.57%) and ruptured IA (AUC = 0.7911, sensitivity 79.59%). No significant differences were observed for IL-6, IL-10, IL-33, S100B, or E-selectin. Older age (OR = 1.072) and smoking (OR = 9.659) were significant IA risk factors.
Conclusions
CT-1 is a promising serum biomarker for IA detection and rupture risk stratification. Its elevation, particularly in ruptured cases, suggests potential clinical utility for non-invasive screening. Further validation in larger cohorts is warranted.
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-10-28DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2025.108479
Hamdy Awad MD, FASA , Suzanne Lowes MD , Bradley Gigax BS , Matthew Greene BS , Amar Dabbagh BS , Michael Essandoh MD , Esmerina Tili PhD , Cassidy Wernke DO , Amardeep Mudhar BS , Edison Lin , Eric Bourekas MD
Background
Ischemic spinal cord injury (ISCI) is a serious complication following thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm (TAAA) repair, whether by open (OR) or endovascular (TEVAR) approaches. Although MRI can detect spinal cord ischemia, it’s not routinely used. Emerging evidence suggests MRI may offer insights into ISCI mechanisms, lesion pattern, and prognosis. This narrative review integrates published literature with our illustrative institutional case series to evaluate MRI’s diagnostic and clinical role in postoperative ISCI.
Observations
Records from October 2011 to August 2023 were reviewed and 10 patients (7 OR, 3 TEVAR) were identified who developed postoperative ISCI and underwent spinal MRI. Diffuse infarction patterns predominated (9/10 cases), and partial neurologic recovery occurred only in TEVAR patients. Prophylactic CSF drains were used in most OR cases (6/7), while rescue drains were more common in TEVAR cases (2/3). Across the literature, MRI classifications by Mawad, Tanaka, Yasuda, and others link lesion pattern and tissue involvement to prognosis, whereas experimental and anatomic studies highlight the influence of vascular variability and watershed physiology.
Conclusions
MRI clarifies the mechanism, extent, and timing of spinal cord ischemia after aortic repair and helps differentiate infarction from other causes of myelopathy. Differences in recovery between OR and TEVAR likely reflect underlying vascular anatomy and ischemic dynamics. Future multicenter studies using standardized MRI and vascular mapping could refine risk stratification, optimize CSF drainage strategies, and improve outcomes in this high-risk population.
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-10-07DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2025.108467
Rainier Mark Loidor L. Rapal MD , James Siegler MD , Michael Hurley MD
Background
Pantopaque (iofendylate) was an oil-based myelographic contrast used until the 1980s. Residual deposits can persist for decades and mimic acute pathology on neuroimaging.
Clinical Case
An 86-year-old woman with vascular risk factors and lung cancer presented with acute left hemiparesis and facial droop (NIHSS 17). Non-contrast CT showed multiple cortical and sulcal hyperdensities, raising concern for hemorrhage or metastases. CT angiography revealed a right M1 occlusion. She underwent successful thrombectomy (TICI 3) with excellent recovery (NIHSS 1 at discharge). Further review revealed a prior Pantopaque myelogram in the 1980s, and the hyperdensities were recognized as retained contrast droplets.
Conclusion
Residual Pantopaque may mimic hemorrhage or metastases on CT. Recognition of its characteristic appearance, combined with awareness of historical myelography, is essential to prevent misdiagnosis. This case is unusual for its right-sided dependence, a rarely reported distribution pattern.
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-11-19DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2025.108495
Shangqi Chen , Yuxuan Mo , Xiangman Zeng , Ping Chen , Feng Wu , Xiaoyu Li , Hua Ye , Yuan Yuan , Qi Zheng
Background
Perioperative stroke is a devastating surgical complication associated with high mortality rates. The goals of our study were to identify the predictors of postoperative stroke and to explore the possible role of intraoperative hypotension (IOH).
Methods
Medical records of patients undergoing non-cardiovascular, non-neurological surgery at Ningbo No.2 Hospital (January 1st, 2012—December 31st, 2023) were retrospectively analyzed. Logistic regression was used to screen for independent risk factors. The nomogram is used for the visualization of the model.
Results
This retrospective cohort study included 574,102 patients. Among 419,358 patients from 2012 to 2019, 848 (0.2 %) experienced postoperative stroke; cancer-related surgeries increased this incidence by 67 % (P < 0.001). In the cancer subgroup (multivariate analysis), significant predictors included age, history of stroke, atrial fibrillation, renal failure, elevated preoperative D-Dimer, and sustained IOH (>40 % decrease in mean arterial pressure [MAP] from baseline for >15 min) (all P < 0.05). Furthermore, the nomogram model developed based on the above variables demonstrated effective performance in predicting the occurrence of postoperative stroke in both the training set (January 1st, 2012—December 31st, 2019; n = 65,312) and the validation set (January 1st, 2020—December 31st, 2023; n = 28,326), with areas under the curve (AUCs) of 0.843 and 0.852, respectively.
Conclusion
This study confirms that cancer-related surgeries significantly increase postoperative stroke risk and demonstrates IOH's independent association in this subgroup. A validated nomogram provides an effective tool for prediction.
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