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Position of stroke patient's head before surgery may improve neurological function
February 07, 2024
DALLAS, Texas, Feb. 7 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release:

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Hospital beds for stroke patients are typically elevated at the head, however, a flat head position before surgical removal of a blood clot in the brain (thrombectomy) may lead to better outcomes.

Results from a multicenter trial in the U.S. found significant improvements in clinical stability and neurological function for . . .

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