青年脑卒中研究进展

脑卒中是导致人们致死、致残的主要原因,现如今脑卒中的发病率逐年增高,而其发病年龄则呈现逐年下降的趋势。本文针对青年患者脑卒中的发病原因、危险因素、治疗方法以及预后等方面作一综述,旨在概括青年脑卒中目前的研究进展与研究方向,为疾病的研究提供相关参考。     

颈动脉粥样硬化性缺血性卒中患者外周血辅助性T细胞1、2和17分布特点研究

目的探讨颈动脉粥样硬化性缺血性卒中患者外周血辅助性T细胞1、2和17(Th1、Th2和Th17)的分布特点。方法共180例颈动脉粥样硬化性缺血性卒中患者,根据颈动脉狭窄程度分为颈动脉轻度狭窄亚组、中度狭窄亚组和重度狭窄亚组(各60例),流式细胞术检测患者外周血Th1、Th2和Th17细胞比例。结果缺血性卒中组患者外周血Th1和Th17细胞比例均高于对照组[(5.76±1.81)%对(3.54±0.29)%,P=0.000;(0.36±0.13)%对(0.18±0.03)%,P=0.000]。颈动脉狭窄不同程度亚组患者外周血Th1[(4.56±0.55)%、(4.88±0.42)%和(7.83±1.69)%,P=0.000]和Th17[(0.23±0.04)%、(0.34±0.02)%和(0.50±0.09)%,P=0.000]细胞比例差异均有统计学意义,其中,重度狭窄亚组Th1(P=0.001,0.001)和Th17(P=0.000,0.001)细胞比例高于轻度狭窄亚组和中度狭窄亚组,中度狭窄亚组仅Th17细胞比例高于轻度狭窄亚组(P=0.000)。结论 Th1和Th17细胞与颈动脉粥样硬化狭窄程度密切相关,随着颈动脉狭窄程度的加重,外周血Th17细胞比例升高,表明细胞免疫机制参与颈动脉粥样硬化的发生与发展,为颈动脉粥样硬化性缺血性卒中的免疫治疗提供理论依据。     

电生理技术应用于卒中康复评估的临床价值

电生理技术具有客观、可量化、无创、易重复的优点,在卒中患者康复评定中具有不可替代的作用。表面肌电图在运动分析和肌肉功能评估中具有很好的应用价值;通过脑电图可以了解脑功能状况;诱发电位能够反映患者的运动、感觉和认知状态;经颅多普勒可用于检测卒中患者康复前后脑血流的变化。本文对电生理技术应用于卒中患者功能障碍评定、康复效果评估以及康复治疗方案制定中的临床价值及最新进展进行综述。     

Mapping cortical hand motor representation using TMS: A method to assess brain plasticity and a surrogate marker for recovery of function after stroke?

ObjectiveStroke is associated with reorganization within motor areas of both hemispheres. Mapping the cortical hand motor representation using transcranial magnetic stimulation may help to understand the relationship between motor cortex reorganization and motor recovery of the affected hand after stroke.MethodsA standardized review of the pertinent literature was performed.ResultsWe identified 20 trials, which analyzed the relationship between the extent and/or location of cortical hand motor representation using transcranial magnetic stimulation and motor function and recovery of the affected hand. Several correlations were found between cortical reorganization and measures of hand motor impairment and recovery.ConclusionA better understanding of the relationships between the extent and location of cortical hand motor representation and the motor impairment and motor recovery of the affected hand after stroke may contribute to a targeted use of non-invasive brain stimulation protocols. In the future motor mapping may help to guide brain stimulation techniques to the most effective motor area in an affected individual.     

Manual Aspiration Thrombectomy Using Penumbra Catheter in Patients with Acute M2 Occlusion : A Single-Center Analysis

ObjectiveThe efficacy and safety of manual aspiration thrombectomy using Penumbra in an acute occlusion of large intracranial arteries has been proven in many previous studies. Our study aimed to retrospectively assess the efficacy and safety of manual aspiration thrombectomy using Penumbra in patients with small vessel occlusions (M2 segment of the MCA).MethodsWe conducted a retrospective review of 32 patients who underwent manual aspiration thrombectomy using the Penumbra 4 MAX Reperfusion Catheter for treatment of an M2 occlusion between January 2013 and November 2014. We evaluated immediate angiographic results and clinical outcomes through review of patient electronic medical records.ResultsThere were slightly more men in this study (M : F=18 : 14) and the median age was 72.5 (age range : 41–90). The rate of successful recanalization (TICI grade ≥2b) was 84% (27/32). NIHSS at discharge and favorable clinical outcomes at 3 months were significantly improved than baseline. Median initial NIHSS score was 10 (range : 4–25) and was 4 (range : 0–14) at discharge. Favorable clinical outcomes (mRS score ≤2 at 3 months) were seen in 25 out of 32 patients (78%). There were no procedure-related symptomatic intracerebral hemorrhages. One patient expired after discharge due to a cardiac problem.ConclusionManual aspiration thrombectomy might be safe and is capable of achieving a high rate of successful recanalization and favorable clinical outcomes in patients with distal cerebral vessel occlusion (M2).     

Stroke volume measurements with first-pass dynamic positron emission tomography: Comparison with cardiovascular magnetic resonance

Background  The assessment of forward stroke volume (SV) using dynamic, first-pass cardiac positron emission tomography (PET) was shown to be feasible in a limited number of studies with small numbers of subjects. The aim of this study was to compare first-pass derived SV with cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (CMR)-obtained values in a larger population of subjects. Methods and Results  Fifty-nine subjects with varying degrees of cardiac function were studied. Stroke volume was assessed using oxygen-15-labeled water (H₂ ¹⁵O) dynamic first-pass PET for both the right ventricle (RV) and left ventricle (LV), and compared with the findings of aorta velocity-encoded phase-contrast CMR. The PET-estimated SV was higher for the RV than for the LV (133±34 vs 116±31 mL, P<.01, ±SD), and both were higher compared with values obtained by CMR (81±20 mL, both P<.01,±SD). Although significant, the correlations between PET and CMR were moderate for both the RV (r=0.37, P<.01) and the LV (r=0.40, P<.01,±SD). Bland-Altman analysis revealed a progressive overestimation with increasing SV measured in either ventricle. Conclusions  First-pass dynamic H₂ ¹⁵O PET for the assessment of forward SV is feasible, although values are progressively overestimated with increasing SV, particularly when the RV is used, and correlations with aorta velocity-encoded phase-contrast CMR are moderate. These findings are probably protocol-dependent and warrant further study before the use of first-pass dynamic H₂ ¹⁵O PET in clinical or research settings can be advocated.     

Coronary artery bypass grafting for left main disease and the risk of stroke: Incidence,aetiology and prevention

This review explores the association between left main disease and the increased risk of perioperative stroke following coronary artery bypass grafting, specifically addressing the potential underlying mechanisms and its potential prevention. In particular, this correlation appears stronger for patients with left main disease when compared to patients with isolated triple vessel disease. Even though evidence on this topic is limited and of modest quality, there appears to be a significant association between ascending aorta atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. Furthermore, there seems to be a relationship between the severity and extent of carotid artery stenosis and coronary artery disease. Carotid artery disease is itself associated with atherosclerosis of the ascending aorta, a well-recognised risk factor for postoperative atheroembolic stroke. The association between left main disease, ascending aorta atherosclerosis and carotid artery stenosis may reflect an increased systemic atherosclerotic burden and hence explain, at least partially, the higher risk of perioperative cerebrovascular events. Potential pre-, intra- and post-operative strategies for stroke prevention are discussed.     

In-hospital outcomes after carotid endarterectomy for stroke stratified by modified Rankin scale score and time of intervention

ObjectiveAlthough the benefits of carotid endarterectomy (CEA) for treating symptomatic carotid stenosis are well known, the optimal timing of intervention after acute stroke and whether the optimal timing will vary with preoperative stroke severity has remained unclear. Therefore, we assessed the effect of stroke severity and timing of the intervention on the postoperative outcomes for patients who had undergone CEA for stroke.MethodsWe identified all patients in the Vascular Quality Initiative who had undergone CEA from 2012 to 2020 for prior stroke. The patients were stratified using the preoperative modified Rankin scale score (mRS score, 0-5) and time to CEA after stroke onset (≤2 days, 3-14 days, 15-90 days, 91-180 days). After univariate comparisons, the patients were stratified into the following mRS cohorts for further analysis: 0 to 1, 2, 3 to 4, and 5. The primary outcome was in-hospital stroke/death.ResultsWe identified 15,601 patients, of whom 30% had had an mRS score of 0, 34% an mRS score of 1, 17% an mRS score of 2, 11% an mRS score of 3, 8% an mRS score of 4, and 1% an mRS score of 5. Overall, 9.3% of the patients had undergone CEA within ≤2 days, 46% within 3 to 14 days, 36% in 15 to 90 days, and 8.4% within 90 to 180 days. A decreasing mRS score and an increasing time to CEA were associated with lower rates of perioperative stroke/death (P_trend < .01). After risk adjustment, with CEA at 3 to 14 days as the comparator group, the mRS score 0 to 1 group had had a higher incidence of stroke/death after CEA within ≤2 days (3.6% vs 2.0%; odds ratio [OR], 1.8; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.2-2.7). The mRS score 2 group had had a similar incidence of stroke/death after CEA within ≤2 days (4.4% vs 3.9%; OR, 1.2; 95% CI, 0.6-2.3) but a lower incidence after CEA at 15 to 90 days (2.1% vs 3.9%; OR 0.5; 95% CI, 0.3-0.96). The mRS score 3 to 4 group had had a higher incidence of stroke/death after CEA within ≤2 days (8.0% vs 3.8%; OR, 2.4; 95% CI, 1.5-3.9) but a similar incidence of stroke/death after CEA at 15 to 90 days (3.0% vs 3.8%; OR, 0.8; 95% CI, 0.5-1.3). For the mRS score 5 group, the stroke/death rates were ≥6.5% across all the time to CEA groups. However, the low sample size limited meaningful comparisons.ConclusionsPatients with minimal disability after stroke (mRS score, 0-1) seemed to benefit from CEA within 3 to 14 days. However, those with severe disability (mRS score 5) have a very high risk from CEA at any time point given the poor outcomes. In contrast to the current guidelines, patients with mild disability (mRS score 2) could benefit from delaying CEA to 15 to 90 days, and those with moderate disability (mRS score 3-4) might benefit from CEA within 3 to 90 days given the acceptable in-hospital outcomes. These data should be considered within the context of the clinical situation in the weeks after index event to determine the net benefit of delayed CEA.     

Females are less likely to receive best medical therapy for stroke prevention before and after carotid revascularization than males

BackgroundCurrent professional guidelines recommend best medical therapy (BMT) with statin agents and antiplatelet therapy for primary and secondary stroke prevention in patients with carotid artery stenosis. We aimed to assess the association of patient sex with preoperative BMT in patients undergoing carotid revascularization.MethodsWe performed a retrospective review of Vascular Quality Initiative patients who underwent carotid endarterectomy or carotid artery stenting between January 2003 and February 2022. Multivariable logistic regression models were used to assess the association of patient sex with preoperative BMT after adjusting for sociodemographic, comorbidity, and disease severity characteristics. In-hospital outcomes were assessed by sex and preoperative BMT status.ResultsOf 214,008 patients who underwent carotid revascularization, 38.7% (n = 82,855) were female and 61.3% (n = 131,153) were male. Overall, 77.2% (n = 63,922) of females were on preoperative BMT, compared with 80.4% (n = 105,375) of males (P < .001). After adjusting for baseline differences, females had 11% lower odds of being on BMT compared with males (adjusted odds ratio, 0.89; 95% confidence interval, 0.86-0.91). Postoperatively, females had 18% lower odds of being prescribed BMT than males (adjusted odds ratio, 0.82; 95% confidence interval, 0.79-0.84). In-hospital stroke (1.20% vs 1.51%), death (0.37% vs 0.66%), and stroke/death (1.46% vs 1.98%) were all significantly lower for patients on BMT (all P < .001).ConclusionsThere is a significant discrepancy in the proportion of females versus males receiving preoperative BMT for stroke prevention before carotid artery revascularization. In-hospital outcomes are worse in patients without BMT, highlighting the importance of raising awareness and implementing targeted interventions to improve preoperative adherence to stroke prevention guidelines.     

每搏输出量变异度监测不同潮气量通气时全麻患者血容量变化的准确性

目的 评价每搏输出量变异度(SVV)监测不同潮气量通气时全麻患者血容量变化的准确性.方法 择期行胃肠手术的全麻患者50例,年龄31～59岁,ASAⅠ或Ⅱ级,随机分为2组:常规潮气量组(C组,n=20)和小潮气量组(L组,n=30).C组潮气量(VT)8 ml/kg,呼吸频率(RR)12次/min,呼气末正压力0,吸入氧浓度80%,氧流量2 L/min,行间歇正压通气;L组VT 6 ml/kg,RR16次/min,余同c组.气管插管后10 min,两组均以0.3 ml·kg-1·min-1的速率静脉输注6%羟乙基淀粉130/0.4氯化钠注射液7 ml/kg,输注后开始手术.于输注前(T1)和输注后10 min(T2)时记录MAP、HR、CVP、体循环血管阻力(SVR)、SVV和每搏指数(SI),并计算其变化率.绘制各项血液动力学指标监测血容量变化的ROC曲线.结果 ROC曲线结果 分析显示:以SI变化率≥25%为监测血容量变化的标准时,SVV的诊断周值为9.5%,C组SVV>9.5%监测血容量变化的灵敏度为100%,特异度为57.1%;L组SVV>9.5%监测血容量变化的灵敏度为91.3%,特异度为71.4%.ROC曲线下面积显示:两组SVV监测血容量变化的准确性高于MAP、HR、CVP、SVR.结论 在常规潮气量(8 ml/kg)和小潮气量(6 ml/kg)/机械通气时,SVV均可准确地监测全麻患者血容量变化.