Stroke likely to become more severe in Covid-infected people: AIIMS doctors

Stroke among persons infected with the coronavirus is likely to be more severe, and their odds of recovery are about half that of stroke patients who are not infected with Covid-19, according to experts at AIIMS on Friday.

Patients who have a stroke linked to Covid-19 also have a higher mortality and morbidity rate, according to Dr Rohit Bhatia, Professor, Department of Neurology at AIIMS.

The 29th of October is World Stroke Day.

The world’s most prestigious medical institution has done multi-centric investigations on stroke outcomes before and throughout the epidemic, as well as the clinical profile and result of stroke in patients who do not use Covid-19.

“Generally a good recovery is called when a patient of stroke becomes independent in daily activities within three months of the stroke. Covid-19-related strokes are likely to be more severe and also associated with relatively poorer outcomes. However, it is still not clear whether Covid is causative or associated with the occurrence of stroke,” he said.

AIIMS collaborated with 17 other hospitals across the country to study the changes in stroke treatment pathway in 2,500 patients before and during the pandemic. The study outcomes suggested that there were some treatment delays and mild increase in mortality in the patients during the pandemic period.

Endovascular Thrombectomy, an important procedure among patients with Ischemic stroke due to large vessel occlusion, reduced significantly during the pandemic. Several other procedures were also delayed, Bhatia said.

“Covid-19 is known to manifest and involve several other organs in the illness. The brain is among them. There is no definitive evidence to say that Covid can directly cause stroke, though it may add to the risk of clot formation,” said Dr M V Padma Srivastava, chief of Neurosciences Centre at AIIMS.

Medically Speaking Team

Recent Posts

Dysautonomia: The Silent Illness Affecting Millions Globally

Dysautonomia: The Silent Illness Impacting Millions of People Worldwide Dysautonomia is an umbrella term used…

2 days ago

Chyawanprash: Your Ayurvedic Shield Against Cough & Cold

https://youtu.be/mdl3AFFFcuk?si=i2cYzTX7WJ-z6wRp Does Chyawanprash Help in Cough & Cold? Exploring Its Benefits and Efficacy Chyawanprash, a…

2 days ago

Why Winter Morning Walks (7-9 AM) Are Perfect for Your Health

Walk In Winter: In winter, the time from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM is considered…

2 days ago

Does Maida Stick to Your Gut? Debunking Myths and Health Risks

Does Maida Stick To Your Gut Lining: In this article, we debunk the common myth…

2 days ago

Think Twice Before Heating Packaged Milk: Hidden Risks You Should Know!

https://youtu.be/4NTKSfNf1TM?si=Y4xkEOKDUvqpIEZt The Disadvantages of Heating Packaged Milk Milk is a staple in many households and…

2 days ago

MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLES: THE LONG-TERN IMPACT ON TEENAGERS

A recent study has revealed a growing mental health crisis among teenagers globally, with nearly…

3 days ago