a condition known as deep vein thrombosis. “We clearly need more follow-up studies to clarify the mechanisms of increased stroke risk,” Kittner said. Researchers also noted that their study ...

The researchers also looked at the risk of specific types of ischemic stroke: thrombotic strokes, caused by a blood clot in large arteries in the brain; cardioembolic strokes, caused by a clot ...

A 32-year-old woman’s stroke, linked to her use of oral contraceptives, demonstrates the need for heightened awareness of CVT, particularly in patients with risk factors for thrombosis.

The recall, which affects two models of Pipeline Vantage embolization devices, is linked to 17 injuries and four deaths.