A stroke, or cerebrovascular accident. This may turn fatal if not acted upon within the golden hour.
A stroke occurs in a quick process:
Early diagnosis and intervention are key to reducing complications and improving recovery outcomes.
Ischemic Stroke Cause: Blocked arteries Effect: Reduced blood flow to the brain.
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Hemorrhagic Stroke Cause: Ruptured blood vessel Effect: Bleeding in the brain and increased pressure on brain tissue. Note: Very common in people aged 55 years or older |
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Cause: Temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain
Effect: Doesn't cause permanent damage but serves as a warning sign for future strokes.
Note: Often referred to as a Mini-stroke. |
Recognizing the symptoms of an early stroke can be life-saving.
Common symptoms include:
Timely intervention in cases of stroke can be life-saving. CMRI Kolkata's streamlined processes and highly trained emergency response team make early intervention a reality.
Several risk factors contribute to brain stroke:
Through our fast-track assessment and treatment protocols, we help minimize brain damage, maximize recovery, and give patients the best possible chance of regaining their quality of life.
Diagnosis generally involves:
CMRI Kolkata offers comprehensive stroke care, from emergency treatment to rehabilitation:
Our comprehensive stroke and neurology treatment services include the latest advancements in neurological care. Key procedures offered at CMRI Kolkata include:
At CMRI Kolkata, we specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of neurological complications, including:
Each of these conditions requires a specialized approach to diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation, ensuring patients have access to advanced medical care and personalized support. Our stroke and neurology services span the spectrum from early detection and diagnosis to advanced treatment options, focusing on personalized, timely intervention to manage complex neurological conditions effectively.
At CMRI Kolkata, our stroke center is recognized as a center of excellence, with a unique QAI accreditation that highlights our commitment to high-quality, timely, and effective care.
Key Highlights:
Our commitment to excellence and patient safety ensures that each patient receives the highest standard of care for stroke management and other neurological conditions. If you or a loved one is at risk or showing signs of a stroke, don't wait—our team at CMRI Kolkata is here to help.
Lifestyle changes can significantly reduce stroke risk.
Use the FAST test
Treatment depends on the type of stroke and the timing of its detection.
Options include clot-dissolving medications, surgery, and rehabilitation therapies (physical, speech, and occupational) to aid recovery and manage any disabilities caused by the stroke.
Do you indulge in a glass of wine most often? Then you’re not alone. As per research, more than 85% of adults report drinking alcohol at some point in their lives. However, the effect of heavy drinking on the brain is well known to all of us. The two don’t have a healthy relationship at all.
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