SCCM Resource Library-Year in Review: Neuroscience: Pharmacology Research Update 1

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The speaker discusses recent advances and studies in neuroscience pharmacology, focusing on ischemic stroke, anticoagulation, and bleeding management. Key studies include the ELAN study, which evaluates the timing of direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) initiation after ischemic stroke with atrial fibrillation, finding early initiation can be as effective as later starts. The DOAC IVT study shows DOAC intake preceding IV thrombolysis doesn't significantly increase intracranial hemorrhage risk. The DEXA trial compares corticosteroids and surgical intervention for chronic subdural hematoma, favoring surgery due to better outcomes. RESQ-BT2 evaluates tirofiban versus aspirin for acute stroke patients ineligible for other therapies, showing better functional outcomes but increased hemorrhagic risk. The talk highlights guidelines and additional studies, including the TWIST trial for tenecteplase in wake-up strokes and evaluations of tranexamic acid and desmopressin for hemorrhage management, underscoring the evolving approach to stroke and hemorrhage treatment.

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Year in Review | Year in Review: Neuroscience

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Year 2024

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neuroscience pharmacology

ischemic stroke

anticoagulation

DOAC initiation

hemorrhage management

stroke treatment

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