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Jin Y, Huang YH, Chen YP, Zhang YD, Li J, Yang KC, Ye X, Jin LH, Wu J, Yuan CZ, Gao F, Tong LS. Combined effect of cortical superficial siderosis and cerebral microbleed on short-term and long-term outcomes after intracerebral haemorrhage. Stroke Vasc Neurol 2024; 9:429-438. [PMID: 37949481 DOI: 10.1136/svn-2023-002439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Cortical superficial siderosis (cSS) and cerebral microbleed (CMB) have distinct effects on intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH). We aim to investigate the combined effect of cSS and CMB on outcomes after ICH. METHODS Based on a single-centre stroke registry database, patients with spontaneous ICH who had CT scan within 48 hours after ictus and MRI subsequently were identified. Eligible patients were divided into four groups (cSS-CMB-, cSS-CMB+, cSS+CMB-, cSS+CMB+) according to cSS and CMB on susceptibility-weighted image of MRI. Primary outcomes were haematoma volume on admission and unfavourable outcome defined as modified Rankin Scale scores ≥3 at 3 months. Secondary outcomes were all-cause death, recurrence of stroke and ICH during follow-up (median follow-up 2.0 years, IQR 1.0-3.0 years). RESULTS A total of 673 patients were identified from 1044 patients with spontaneous ICH. 131 (19.5%) had cSS and 468 (69.5%) had CMB. Patients with cSS+CMB+ had the highest rate of poor outcome at 3 months, as well as all-cause death, recurrent stroke and ICH during follow-up. In cSS- patients, CMB was associated with smaller haematoma (β -0.13; 95% CI -0.22 to -0.03; p=0.009), but it still increased risks of recurrent ICH (OR 4.6; 95% CI 1.3 to 15.6; p=0.015) and stroke (OR 2.0; 95% CI 1.0 to 4.0; p=0.049). These effects of CMB became unremarkable in the context of cSS+. CONCLUSIONS Patients with different combinations of cSS and CMB have distinct patterns of short-term and long-term outcomes. Although CMB is related to restrained haematoma, it does not improve long-term outcomes. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT04803292.
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- Yujia Jin
- Neurology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- School of Public Health, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Neurology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- School of Public Health, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Neurology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Neurology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Neurology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Neurology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurology, Tiantai People's Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Taizhou, China
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- Neurology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Neurology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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Pensato U, Tanaka K, Horn M, Teleg E, Al Sultan AS, Kasickova L, Ohara T, Ojha P, Marzoughi S, Banerjee A, Kulkarni G, Dowlatshahi D, Goyal M, Menon BK, Demchuk AM. Co-localization of NCCT hypodensity and CTA spot sign predicts substantial intracerebral hematoma expansion: The Black-&-White sign. Eur Stroke J 2024:23969873241271745. [PMID: 39150218 DOI: 10.1177/23969873241271745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/17/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Existing radiological markers of hematoma expansion (HE) show modest predictive accuracy. We aim to investigate a novel radiological marker that co-localizes findings from non-contrast CT (NCCT) and CT angiography (CTA) to predict HE. METHODS Consecutive acute intracerebral hemorrhage patients admitted at Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, Canada, were included. The Black-&-White sign was defined as any visually identified spot sign on CTA co-localized with a hypodensity sign on the corresponding NCCT. The primary outcome was hematoma expansion (⩾6 mL or ⩾33%). Secondary outcomes included absolute (<3, 3-6, 6-12, ⩾12 mL) and relative (0%, <25%, 25%-50%, 50%-75%, or >75%) hematoma growth scales. RESULTS Two-hundred patients were included, with 50 (25%) experiencing HE. Forty-four (22%) showed the spot sign, 69 (34.5%) the hypodensity sign, and 14 (7%) co-localized both as the Black-&-White sign. Those with the Black-&-White sign had higher proportions of HE (100% vs 19.4%, p < 0.001), greater absolute hematoma growth (23.37 mL (IQR = 15.41-30.27) vs 0 mL (IQR = 0-2.39), p < 0.001) and relative hematoma growth (120% (IQR = 49-192) vs 0% (0-15%), p < 0.001). The Black-&-White sign had a specificity of 100% (95%CI = 97.6%-100%), a positive predictive value of 100% (95%CI = 76.8%-100%), and an overall accuracy of 82% (95%CI = 76%-87.1%). Among the 14 patients with the Black-&-White sign, 13 showed an absolute hematoma growth ⩾12 mL, and 10 experienced a HE exceeding 75% of the initial volume. The inter-rater agreement was excellent (kappa coefficient = 0.84). CONCLUSION The Black-&-White sign is a robust predictor of hematoma expansion occurrence and severity, yet further validation is needed to confirm these compelling findings.
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- Umberto Pensato
- IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Neurology, University Ostrava, Ostrava, Czech Republic
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- Department of Neurology, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Neurology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Neurology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Department of Neurology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru, India
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Neurology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- Department of Radiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Radiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Radiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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Yang WS, Liu JY, Shen YQ, Xie XF, Zhang SQ, Liu FY, Yu JL, Ma YB, Xiao ZS, Duan HW, Li Q, Chen SX, Xie P. Quantitative imaging for predicting hematoma expansion in intracerebral hemorrhage: A multimodel comparison. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2024; 33:107731. [PMID: 38657831 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2024.107731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2024] [Revised: 04/08/2024] [Accepted: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Several studies report that radiomics provides additional information for predicting hematoma expansion in intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH). However, the comparison of diagnostic performance of radiomics for predicting revised hematoma expansion (RHE) remains unclear. METHODS The cohort comprised 312 consecutive patients with ICH. A total of 1106 radiomics features from seven categories were extracted using Python software. Support vector machines achieved the best performance in both the training and validation datasets. Clinical factors models were constructed to predict RHE. Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis was used to assess the abilities of non-contrast computed tomography (NCCT) signs, radiomics features, and combined models to predict RHE. RESULTS We finally selected the top 21 features for predicting RHE. After univariate analysis, 4 clinical factors and 5 NCCT signs were selected for inclusion in the prediction models. In the training and validation dataset, radiomics features had a higher predictive value for RHE (AUC = 0.83) than a single NCCT sign and expansion-prone hematoma. The combined prediction model including radiomics features, clinical factors, and NCCT signs achieved higher predictive performances for RHE (AUC = 0.88) than other combined models. CONCLUSIONS NCCT radiomics features have a good degree of discrimination for predicting RHE in ICH patients. Combined prediction models that include quantitative imaging significantly improve the prediction of RHE, which may assist in the risk stratification of ICH patients for anti-expansion treatments.
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- Wen-Song Yang
- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China; NHC Key Laboratory of Diagnosis and Treatment on Brain Functional Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China; NHC Key Laboratory of Diagnosis and Treatment on Brain Functional Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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- Department of Radiology, Chongqing University Fuling Hospital, Chongqing 408000, China.
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China; NHC Key Laboratory of Diagnosis and Treatment on Brain Functional Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China; NHC Key Laboratory of Diagnosis and Treatment on Brain Functional Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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- College of computer and information science, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China.
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China; NHC Key Laboratory of Diagnosis and Treatment on Brain Functional Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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- College of computer and information science, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China.
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China; NHC Key Laboratory of Diagnosis and Treatment on Brain Functional Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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Hilkens NA, Casolla B, Leung TW, de Leeuw FE. Stroke. Lancet 2024; 403:2820-2836. [PMID: 38759664 DOI: 10.1016/s0140-6736(24)00642-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/19/2024]
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Stroke affects up to one in five people during their lifetime in some high-income countries, and up to almost one in two in low-income countries. Globally, it is the second leading cause of death. Clinically, the disease is characterised by sudden neurological deficits. Vascular aetiologies contribute to the most common causes of ischaemic stroke, including large artery disease, cardioembolism, and small vessel disease. Small vessel disease is also the most frequent cause of intracerebral haemorrhage, followed by macrovascular causes. For acute ischaemic stroke, multimodal CT or MRI reveal infarct core, ischaemic penumbra, and site of vascular occlusion. For intracerebral haemorrhage, neuroimaging identifies early radiological markers of haematoma expansion and probable underlying cause. For intravenous thrombolysis in ischaemic stroke, tenecteplase is now a safe and effective alternative to alteplase. In patients with strokes caused by large vessel occlusion, the indications for endovascular thrombectomy have been extended to include larger core infarcts and basilar artery occlusion, and the treatment time window has increased to up to 24 h from stroke onset. Regarding intracerebral haemorrhage, prompt delivery of bundled care consisting of immediate anticoagulation reversal, simultaneous blood pressure lowering, and prespecified stroke unit protocols can improve clinical outcomes. Guided by underlying stroke mechanisms, secondary prevention encompasses pharmacological, vascular, or endovascular interventions and lifestyle modifications.
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- Nina A Hilkens
- Department of Neurology, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Center, Nijmegen, Netherlands; Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Radboud University, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Université Nice Cote d'Azur UR2CA-URRIS, Stroke Unit, CHU Pasteur 2, Nice, France
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, The Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China
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- Department of Neurology, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Center, Nijmegen, Netherlands; Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Radboud University, Nijmegen, Netherlands.
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Menditto VG, Rossetti G, Sampaolesi M, Buzzo M, Pomponio G. Traumatic Brain Injury in Patients under Anticoagulant Therapy: Review of Management in Emergency Department. J Clin Med 2024; 13:3669. [PMID: 38999235 PMCID: PMC11242576 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13133669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2024] [Revised: 06/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 07/14/2024] Open
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The best management of patients who suffer from traumatic brain injury (TBI) while on oral anticoagulants is one of the most disputed problems of emergency services. Indeed, guidelines, clinical decision rules, and observational studies addressing this topic are scarce and conflicting. Moreover, relevant issues such as the specific treatment (and even definition) of mild TBI, rate of delayed intracranial injury, indications for neurosurgery, and anticoagulant modulation are largely empiric. We reviewed the most recent evidence on these topics and explored other clinically relevant aspects, such as the promising role of dosing brain biomarkers, the strategies to assess the extent of anticoagulation, and the indications of reversals and tranexamic acid administration, in cases of mild TBI or as a bridge to neurosurgery. The appropriate timing of anticoagulant resumption was also discussed. Finally, we obtained an insight into the economic burden of TBI in patients on oral anticoagulants, and future directions on the management of this subpopulation of TBI patients were proposed. In this article, at the end of each section, a "take home message" is stated.
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- Vincenzo G Menditto
- Emergency and Internal Medicine Department, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Internal Medicine, Santa Croce Hospital AST1 Pesaro Urbino, 61032 Fano, Italy
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- Emergency and Internal Medicine Department, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Emergency and Internal Medicine Department, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Clinica Medica, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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Yassi N, Zhao H, Churilov L, Wu TY, Ma H, Nguyen HT, Cheung A, Meretoja A, Mai DT, Kleinig T, Jeng JS, Choi PMC, Duc PD, Brown H, Ranta A, Spratt N, Cloud GC, Wang HK, Grimley R, Mahawish K, Cho DY, Shah D, Nguyen TMP, Sharma G, Yogendrakumar V, Yan B, Harrison EL, Devlin M, Cordato D, Martinez-Majander N, Strbian D, Thijs V, Sanders LM, Anderson D, Parsons MW, Campbell BCV, Donnan GA, Davis SM. Tranexamic acid versus placebo in individuals with intracerebral haemorrhage treated within 2 h of symptom onset (STOP-MSU): an international, double-blind, randomised, phase 2 trial. Lancet Neurol 2024; 23:577-587. [PMID: 38648814 DOI: 10.1016/s1474-4422(24)00128-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2024] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND Tranexamic acid, an antifibrinolytic agent, might attenuate haematoma growth after an intracerebral haemorrhage. We aimed to determine whether treatment with intravenous tranexamic acid within 2 h of an intracerebral haemorrhage would reduce haematoma growth compared with placebo. METHODS STOP-MSU was an investigator-led, double-blind, randomised, phase 2 trial conducted at 24 hospitals and one mobile stroke unit in Australia, Finland, New Zealand, Taiwan, and Viet Nam. Eligible participants had acute spontaneous intracerebral haemorrhage confirmed on non-contrast CT, were aged 18 years or older, and could be treated with the investigational product within 2 h of stroke onset. Using randomly permuted blocks (block size of 4) and a concealed pre-randomised assignment procedure, participants were randomly assigned (1:1) to receive intravenous tranexamic acid (1 g over 10 min followed by 1 g over 8 h) or placebo (saline; matched dosing regimen) commencing within 2 h of symptom onset. Participants, investigators, and treating teams were masked to group assignment. The primary outcome was haematoma growth, defined as either at least 33% relative growth or at least 6 mL absolute growth on CT at 24 h (target range 18-30 h) from the baseline CT. The analysis was conducted within the estimand framework with primary analyses adhering to the intention-to-treat principle. The primary endpoint and secondary safety endpoints (mortality at days 7 and 90 and major thromboembolic events at day 90) were assessed in all participants randomly assigned to treatment groups who did not withdraw consent to use any data. This study was registered with ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT03385928, and the trial is now complete. FINDINGS Between March 19, 2018, and Feb 27, 2023, 202 participants were recruited, of whom one withdrew consent for any data use. The remaining 201 participants were randomly assigned to either placebo (n=98) or tranexamic acid (n=103; intention-to-treat population). Median age was 66 years (IQR 55-77), and 82 (41%) were female and 119 (59%) were male; no data on race or ethnicity were collected. CT scans at baseline or follow-up were missing or of inadequate quality in three participants (one in the placebo group and two in the tranexamic acid group), and were considered missing at random. Haematoma growth occurred in 37 (38%) of 97 assessable participants in the placebo group and 43 (43%) of 101 assessable participants in the tranexamic acid group (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 1·31 [95% CI 0·72 to 2·40], p=0·37). Major thromboembolic events occurred in one (1%) of 98 participants in the placebo group and three (3%) of 103 in the tranexamic acid group (risk difference 0·02 [95% CI -0·02 to 0·06]). By 7 days, eight (8%) participants in the placebo group and eight (8%) in the tranexamic acid group had died (aOR 1·08 [95% CI 0·35 to 3·35]) and by 90 days, 15 (15%) participants in the placebo group and 19 (18%) in the tranexamic acid group had died (aOR 1·61 [95% CI 0·65 to 3·98]). INTERPRETATION Intravenous tranexamic acid did not reduce haematoma growth when administered within 2 h of intracerebral haemorrhage symptom onset. There were no observed effects on other imaging endpoints, functional outcome, or safety. Based on our results, tranexamic acid should not be used routinely in primary intracerebral haemorrhage, although results of ongoing phase 3 trials will add further context to these findings. FUNDING Australian Government Medical Research Future Fund.
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- Nawaf Yassi
- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia; Population Health and Immunity Division, The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, Parkville, VIC, Australia.
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia; Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Christchurch Hospital, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Disease, 115 Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Stroke Center, Bach Mai Hospital, Hanoi Medical University, VNU University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hanoi, Viet Nam
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- Department of Neurology, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Stroke Centre and Department of Neurology, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neuroscience, Box Hill Hospital, Eastern Health, Eastern Health Clinical School, Monash University, Box Hill, VIC, Australia
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- Stroke Department, 103 Military Hospital, Hanoi, Viet Nam
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- Department of Neurology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Medicine, University of Otago, Wellington, New Zealand
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- Department of Neurology, John Hunter Hospital, and School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, E-Da Hospital, I-Shou University, Yanchao, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine, Sunshine Coast University Hospital, Birtinya, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Palmerston North Hospital, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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- Department of Neurosurgery, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurology, Gold Coast University Hospital, Southport, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland; Department of Neurology, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland; Department of Neurology, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- The Florey, Stroke Theme, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia; Department of Neurology, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia; Department of Medicine, University of Melbourne, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Neurosciences, St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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Li Q, Yakhkind A, Alexandrov AW, Alexandrov AV, Anderson CS, Dowlatshahi D, Frontera JA, Hemphill JC, Ganti L, Kellner C, May C, Morotti A, Parry-Jones A, Sheth KN, Steiner T, Ziai W, Goldstein JN, Mayer SA. Code ICH: A Call to Action. Stroke 2024; 55:494-505. [PMID: 38099439 DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.123.043033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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Intracerebral hemorrhage is the most serious type of stroke, leading to high rates of severe disability and mortality. Hematoma expansion is an independent predictor of poor functional outcome and is a compelling target for intervention. For decades, randomized trials aimed at decreasing hematoma expansion through single interventions have failed to meet their primary outcomes of statistically significant improvement in neurological outcomes. A wide range of evidence suggests that ultra-early bundled care, with multiple simultaneous interventions in the acute phase, offers the best hope of limiting hematoma expansion and improving functional recovery. Patients with intracerebral hemorrhage who fail to receive early aggressive care have worse outcomes, suggesting that an important treatment opportunity exists. This consensus statement puts forth a call to action to establish a protocol for Code ICH, similar to current strategies used for the management of acute ischemic stroke, through which early intervention, bundled care, and time-based metrics have substantially improved neurological outcomes. Based on current evidence, we advocate for the widespread adoption of an early bundle of care for patients with intracerebral hemorrhage focused on time-based metrics for blood pressure control and emergency reversal of anticoagulation, with the goal of optimizing the benefit of these already widely used interventions. We hope Code ICH will endure as a structural platform for continued innovation, standardization of best practices, and ongoing quality improvement for years to come.
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- Qi Li
- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China (Q.L.)
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- The George Institute for Global Heath, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia (C.S.A.)
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- University of Ottawa and Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Canada (D.D.)
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- University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Orlando (L.G.)
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- The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy, Columbus (C.M.)
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- Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT (K.N.S.)
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- John Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD (W.Z.)
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Xing Y, Cheng H, Yang C, Xiao Z, Yan C, Chen F, Li J, Zhang Y, Cui C, Li J, Liu C. Evaluation of skin sympathetic nervous activity for classification of intracerebral hemorrhage and outcome prediction. Comput Biol Med 2023; 166:107397. [PMID: 37804780 DOI: 10.1016/j.compbiomed.2023.107397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/26/2023] [Indexed: 10/09/2023]
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Classification and outcome prediction of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) is critical for improving the survival rate of patients. Early or delayed neurological deterioration is common in ICH patients, which may lead to changes in the autonomic nervous system (ANS). Therefore, we proposed a new framework for ICH classification and outcome prediction based on skin sympathetic nervous activity (SKNA) signals. A customized measurement device presented in our previous papers was used to collect data. 117 subjects (50 healthy control subjects and 67 ICH patients) were recruited for this study to obtain their 5-min electrocardiogram (ECG) and SKNA signals. We extracted the signal's time-domain, frequency-domain, and nonlinear features and analyzed their differences between healthy control subjects and ICH patients. Subsequently, we established the ICH classification and outcome evaluation model based on the eXtreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost). In addition, heart rate variability (HRV) as an ANS assessment method was also included as a comparison method in this study. The results showed significant differences in most features of the SKNA signal between healthy control subjects and ICH patients. The ICH patients with good outcomes have a higher change rate and complexity of SKNA signal than those with bad outcomes. In addition, the accuracy of the model for ICH classification and outcome prediction based on the SKNA signal was more than 91% and 83%, respectively. The ICH classification and outcome prediction based on the SKNA signal proved to be a feasible method in this study. Furthermore, the features of change rate and complexity, such as entropy measures, can be used to characterize the difference in SKNA signals of different groups. The method can potentially provide a new tool for rapid classification and outcome prediction of ICH patients. Index Terms-intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH), skin sympathetic nervous activity (SKNA), classification, outcome prediction, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
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- Yantao Xing
- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- Division of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- Division of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- Division of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China.
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Eilertsen H, Menon CS, Law ZK, Chen C, Bath PM, Steiner T, Desborough MJ, Sandset EC, Sprigg N, Al-Shahi Salman R. Haemostatic therapies for stroke due to acute, spontaneous intracerebral haemorrhage. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2023; 10:CD005951. [PMID: 37870112 PMCID: PMC10591281 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd005951.pub5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND Outcome after acute spontaneous (non-traumatic) intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH) is influenced by haematoma volume. ICH expansion occurs in about 20% of people with acute ICH. Early haemostatic therapy might improve outcome by limiting ICH expansion. This is an update of a Cochrane Review first published in 2006, and last updated in 2018. OBJECTIVES To examine 1. the effects of individual classes of haemostatic therapies, compared with placebo or open control, in adults with acute spontaneous ICH, and 2. the effects of each class of haemostatic therapy according to the use and type of antithrombotic drug before ICH onset. SEARCH METHODS We searched the Cochrane Stroke Trials Register, CENTRAL (2022, Issue 8), MEDLINE Ovid, and Embase Ovid on 12 September 2022. To identify further published, ongoing, and unpublished randomised controlled trials (RCTs), we scanned bibliographies of relevant articles and searched international registers of RCTs in September 2022. SELECTION CRITERIA We included RCTs of any haemostatic intervention (i.e. procoagulant treatments such as clotting factor concentrates, antifibrinolytic drugs, platelet transfusion, or agents to reverse the action of antithrombotic drugs) for acute spontaneous ICH, compared with placebo, open control, or an active comparator. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS We used standard Cochrane methods. Our primary outcome was death/dependence (modified Rankin Scale (mRS) 4 to 6) by day 90. Secondary outcomes were ICH expansion on brain imaging after 24 hours, all serious adverse events, thromboembolic adverse events, death from any cause, quality of life, mood, cognitive function, Barthel Index score, and death or dependence measured on the Extended Glasgow Outcome Scale by day 90. MAIN RESULTS We included 20 RCTs involving 4652 participants: nine RCTs of recombinant activated factor VII (rFVIIa) versus placebo/open control (1549 participants), eight RCTs of antifibrinolytic drugs versus placebo/open control (2866 participants), one RCT of platelet transfusion versus open control (190 participants), and two RCTs of prothrombin complex concentrates (PCC) versus fresh frozen plasma (FFP) (47 participants). Four (20%) RCTs were at low risk of bias in all criteria. For rFVIIa versus placebo/open control for spontaneous ICH with or without surgery there was little to no difference in death/dependence by day 90 (risk ratio (RR) 0.88, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.74 to 1.05; 7 RCTs, 1454 participants; low-certainty evidence). We found little to no difference in ICH expansion between groups (RR 0.81, 95% CI 0.56 to 1.16; 4 RCTs, 220 participants; low-certainty evidence). There was little to no difference in all serious adverse events and death from any cause between groups (all serious adverse events: RR 0.81, 95% CI 0.30 to 2.22; 2 RCTs, 87 participants; very low-certainty evidence; death from any cause: RR 0.78, 95% CI 0.56 to 1.08; 8 RCTs, 1544 participants; moderate-certainty evidence). For antifibrinolytic drugs versus placebo/open control for spontaneous ICH, there was no difference in death/dependence by day 90 (RR 1.00, 95% CI 0.93 to 1.07; 5 RCTs, 2683 participants; high-certainty evidence). We found a slight reduction in ICH expansion with antifibrinolytic drugs for spontaneous ICH compared to placebo/open control (RR 0.86, 95% CI 0.76 to 0.96; 8 RCTs, 2866 participants; high-certainty evidence). There was little to no difference in all serious adverse events and death from any cause between groups (all serious adverse events: RR 1.02, 95% CI 0.75 to 1.39; 4 RCTs, 2599 participants; high-certainty evidence; death from any cause: RR 1.02, 95% CI 0.89 to 1.18; 8 RCTs, 2866 participants; high-certainty evidence). There was little to no difference in quality of life, mood, or cognitive function (quality of life: mean difference (MD) 0, 95% CI -0.03 to 0.03; 2 RCTs, 2349 participants; mood: MD 0.30, 95% CI -1.98 to 2.57; 2 RCTs, 2349 participants; cognitive function: MD -0.37, 95% CI -1.40 to 0.66; 1 RCTs, 2325 participants; all high-certainty evidence). Platelet transfusion likely increases death/dependence by day 90 compared to open control for antiplatelet-associated ICH (RR 1.29, 95% CI 1.04 to 1.61; 1 RCT, 190 participants; moderate-certainty evidence). We found little to no difference in ICH expansion between groups (RR 1.32, 95% CI 0.91 to 1.92; 1 RCT, 153 participants; moderate-certainty evidence). There was little to no difference in all serious adverse events and death from any cause between groups (all serious adverse events: RR 1.46, 95% CI 0.98 to 2.16; 1 RCT, 190 participants; death from any cause: RR 1.42, 95% CI 0.88 to 2.28; 1 RCT, 190 participants; both moderate-certainty evidence). For PCC versus FFP for anticoagulant-associated ICH, the evidence was very uncertain about the effect on death/dependence by day 90, ICH expansion, all serious adverse events, and death from any cause between groups (death/dependence by day 90: RR 1.21, 95% CI 0.76 to 1.90; 1 RCT, 37 participants; ICH expansion: RR 0.54, 95% CI 0.23 to 1.22; 1 RCT, 36 participants; all serious adverse events: RR 0.27, 95% CI 0.02 to 3.74; 1 RCT, 5 participants; death from any cause: RR 0.49, 95% CI 0.16 to 1.56; 2 RCTs, 42 participants; all very low-certainty evidence). AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS In this updated Cochrane Review including 20 RCTs involving 4652 participants, rFVIIa likely results in little to no difference in reducing death or dependence after spontaneous ICH with or without surgery; antifibrinolytic drugs result in little to no difference in reducing death or dependence after spontaneous ICH, but result in a slight reduction in ICH expansion within 24 hours; platelet transfusion likely increases death or dependence after antiplatelet-associated ICH; and the evidence is very uncertain about the effect of PCC compared to FFP on death or dependence after anticoagulant-associated ICH. Thirteen RCTs are ongoing and are likely to increase the certainty of the estimates of treatment effect.
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- Helle Eilertsen
- Department of Geriatric Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- The George Institute for Global Health, Faculty of Medicine, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
- The George Institute for Global Health, Beijing, China
- Department of Neurology, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Stroke Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- Klinikum Frankfurt Höchst, Frankfurt, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Clinical Haematology, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Neurology, Oslo University Hospital Ullevål, Oslo, Norway
- The Norwegian Air Ambulance Foundation, Oslo, Norway
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- Stroke Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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Lam T, Medcalf RL, Cloud GC, Myles PS, Keragala CB. Tranexamic acid for haemostasis and beyond: does dose matter? Thromb J 2023; 21:94. [PMID: 37700271 PMCID: PMC10496216 DOI: 10.1186/s12959-023-00540-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023] Open
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Tranexamic acid (TXA) is a widely used antifibrinolytic agent that has been used since the 1960's to reduce blood loss in various conditions. TXA is a lysine analogue that competes for the lysine binding sites in plasminogen and tissue-type plasminogen activator impairing its interaction with the exposed lysine residues on the fibrin surface. The presence of TXA therefore, impairs the plasminogen and tPA engagement and subsequent plasmin generation on the fibrin surface, protecting fibrin clot from proteolytic degradation. However, critical lysine binding sites for plasmin(ogen) also exist on other proteins and on various cell-surface receptors allowing plasmin to exert potent effects on other targets that are unrelated to classical fibrinolysis, notably in relation to immunity and inflammation. Indeed, TXA was reported to significantly reduce post-surgical infection rates in patients after cardiac surgery unrelated to its haemostatic effects. This has provided an impetus to consider TXA in other indications beyond inhibition of fibrinolysis. While there is extensive literature on the optimal dosage of TXA to reduce bleeding rates and transfusion needs, it remains to be determined if these dosages also apply to blocking the non-canonical effects of plasmin.
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- Tammy Lam
- Australian Centre for Blood Diseases, Monash AMREP Building, Monash University, Level 1 Walkway, Via The Alfred Centre, 99 Commercial Rd, Melbourne, 3004, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Blood Diseases, Monash AMREP Building, Monash University, Level 1 Walkway, Via The Alfred Centre, 99 Commercial Rd, Melbourne, 3004, Australia
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne VIC, Australia
- Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne VIC, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Blood Diseases, Monash AMREP Building, Monash University, Level 1 Walkway, Via The Alfred Centre, 99 Commercial Rd, Melbourne, 3004, Australia.
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Polymeris AA, Karwacki GM, Siepen BM, Schaedelin S, Tsakiris DA, Stippich C, Guzman R, Nickel CH, Sprigg N, Kägi G, Vehoff J, Barinka F, Thilemann S, Maurer M, Wagner B, Traenka C, Gensicke H, De Marchis GM, Bonati LH, Fischer U, Z’Graggen WJ, Nedeltchev K, Wegener S, Baumgartner P, Engelter ST, Seiffge DJ, Peters N, Lyrer PA. Tranexamic Acid for Intracerebral Hemorrhage in Patients on Non-Vitamin K Antagonist Oral Anticoagulants (TICH-NOAC): A Multicenter, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Phase 2 Trial. Stroke 2023; 54:2223-2234. [PMID: 37466000 PMCID: PMC10453353 DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.123.042866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2023] [Revised: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 07/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Evidence-based hemostatic treatment for intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) associated with non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) is lacking. Tranexamic acid (TXA) is an antifibrinolytic drug potentially limiting hematoma expansion. We aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of TXA in NOAC-ICH. METHODS We performed a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial at 6 Swiss stroke centers. Patients with NOAC-ICH within 12 hours of symptom onset and 48 hours of last NOAC intake were randomized (1:1) to receive either intravenous TXA (1 g over 10 minutes followed by 1 g over 8 hours) or matching placebo in addition to standard medical care via a centralized Web-based procedure with minimization on key prognostic factors. All participants and investigators were masked to treatment allocation. Primary outcome was hematoma expansion, defined as ≥33% relative or ≥6 mL absolute volume increase at 24 hours and analyzed using logistic regression adjusted for baseline hematoma volume on an intention-to-treat basis. RESULTS Between December 12, 2016, and September 30, 2021, we randomized 63 patients (median age, 82 years [interquartile range, 76-86]; 40% women; median hematoma volume, 11.5 [4.8-27.4] mL) of the 109 intended sample size before premature trial discontinuation due to exhausted funding. The primary outcome did not differ between TXA (n=32) and placebo (n=31) arms (12 [38%] versus 14 [45%]; adjusted odds ratio, 0.63 [95% CI, 0.22-1.82]; P=0.40). There was a signal for interaction with onset-to-treatment time (Pinteraction=0.024), favoring TXA when administered within 6 hours of symptom onset. Between the TXA and placebo arms, the proportion of participants who died (15 [47%] versus 13 [42%]; adjusted odds ratio, 1.07 [0.37-3.04]; P=0.91) or had major thromboembolic complications within 90 days (4 [13%] versus 2 [6%]; odds ratio, 1.86 [0.37-9.50]; P=0.45) did not differ. All thromboembolic events occurred at least 2 weeks after study treatment, exclusively in participants not restarted on oral anticoagulation. CONCLUSIONS In a smaller-than-intended NOAC-ICH patient sample, we found no evidence that TXA prevents hematoma expansion, but there were no major safety concerns. Larger trials on hemostatic treatments targeting an early treatment window are needed for NOAC-ICH. REGISTRATION URL: https://clinicaltrials.gov; Unique identifier: NCT02866838.
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- Alexandros A. Polymeris
- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Luzerner Kantonsspital, Switzerland (G.M.K.)
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, University Hospital and University of Bern, Switzerland (B.M.S., G.K., U.F., W.J.Z., D.J.S.)
- Graduate School of Health Sciences, University of Bern, Switzerland (B.M.S.)
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- Department of Clinical Research (S.S.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Neuroradiology and Radiology, Kliniken Schmieder, Allensbach, Germany (C.S.)
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- Department of Neurosurgery (R.G.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Emergency Medicine (C.H.N.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
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- Nottingham Stroke Trials Unit, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom (N.S.)
- Stroke Center, Klinik Hirslanden Zurich, Switzerland (F.B., N.P.)
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, University Hospital and University of Bern, Switzerland (B.M.S., G.K., U.F., W.J.Z., D.J.S.)
- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center, Cantonal Hospital St. Gallen, Switzerland (G.K., J.V.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center, Cantonal Hospital St. Gallen, Switzerland (G.K., J.V.)
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- Stroke Center, Klinik Hirslanden Zurich, Switzerland (F.B., N.P.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
- Neurology and Neurorehabilitation, University Department of Geriatric Medicine Felix Platter, University of Basel, Switzerland (C.T., H.G., S.T.E., N.P.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
- Neurology and Neurorehabilitation, University Department of Geriatric Medicine Felix Platter, University of Basel, Switzerland (C.T., H.G., S.T.E., N.P.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
- Reha Rheinfelden, Switzerland (L.H.B.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, University Hospital and University of Bern, Switzerland (B.M.S., G.K., U.F., W.J.Z., D.J.S.)
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, University Hospital and University of Bern, Switzerland (B.M.S., G.K., U.F., W.J.Z., D.J.S.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center, Cantonal Hospital Aarau, Switzerland (K.N.)
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital and University of Zurich, Switzerland (S.W., P.B.)
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital and University of Zurich, Switzerland (S.W., P.B.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
- Neurology and Neurorehabilitation, University Department of Geriatric Medicine Felix Platter, University of Basel, Switzerland (C.T., H.G., S.T.E., N.P.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, University Hospital and University of Bern, Switzerland (B.M.S., G.K., U.F., W.J.Z., D.J.S.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
- Neurology and Neurorehabilitation, University Department of Geriatric Medicine Felix Platter, University of Basel, Switzerland (C.T., H.G., S.T.E., N.P.)
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center (A.A.P., S.T., M.M., B.W., C.T., H.G., G.M.D.M., L.H.B., U.F., S.T.E., D.J.S., N.P., P.A.L.), University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Switzerland
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Huang YW, Huang HL, Li ZP, Yin XS. Research advances in imaging markers for predicting hematoma expansion in intracerebral hemorrhage: a narrative review. Front Neurol 2023; 14:1176390. [PMID: 37181553 PMCID: PMC10166819 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1176390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/16/2023] Open
Abstract
Introduction Stroke is a major global health concern and is ranked as the second leading cause of death worldwide, with the third highest incidence of disability. Intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) is a devastating form of stroke that is responsible for a significant proportion of stroke-related morbidity and mortality worldwide. Hematoma expansion (HE), which occurs in up to one-third of ICH patients, is a strong predictor of poor prognosis and can be potentially preventable if high-risk patients are identified early. In this review, we provide a comprehensive summary of previous research in this area and highlight the potential use of imaging markers for future research studies. Recent advances Imaging markers have been developed in recent years to aid in the early detection of HE and guide clinical decision-making. These markers have been found to be effective in predicting HE in ICH patients and include specific manifestations on Computed Tomography (CT) and CT Angiography (CTA), such as the spot sign, leakage sign, spot-tail sign, island sign, satellite sign, iodine sign, blend sign, swirl sign, black hole sign, and hypodensities. The use of imaging markers holds great promise for improving the management and outcomes of ICH patients. Conclusion The management of ICH presents a significant challenge, and identifying high-risk patients for HE is crucial to improving outcomes. The use of imaging markers for HE prediction can aid in the rapid identification of such patients and may serve as potential targets for anti-HE therapies in the acute phase of ICH. Therefore, further research is needed to establish the reliability and validity of these markers in identifying high-risk patients and guiding appropriate treatment decisions.
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- Yong-Wei Huang
- Department of Neurosurgery, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Immunology, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, Sichuan, China
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Puy L, Parry-Jones AR, Sandset EC, Dowlatshahi D, Ziai W, Cordonnier C. Intracerebral haemorrhage. Nat Rev Dis Primers 2023; 9:14. [PMID: 36928219 DOI: 10.1038/s41572-023-00424-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 45.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
Abstract
Intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH) is a dramatic condition caused by the rupture of a cerebral vessel and the entry of blood into the brain parenchyma. ICH is a major contributor to stroke-related mortality and dependency: only half of patients survive for 1 year after ICH, and patients who survive have sequelae that affect their quality of life. The incidence of ICH has increased in the past few decades with shifts in the underlying vessel disease over time as vascular prevention has improved and use of antithrombotic agents has increased. The pathophysiology of ICH is complex and encompasses mechanical mass effect, haematoma expansion and secondary injury. Identifying the causes of ICH and predicting the vital and functional outcome of patients and their long-term vascular risk have improved in the past decade; however, no specific treatment is available for ICH. ICH remains a medical emergency, with prevention of haematoma expansion as the key therapeutic target. After discharge, secondary prevention and management of vascular risk factors in patients remains challenging and is based on an individual benefit-risk balance evaluation.
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- Laurent Puy
- Lille Neuroscience & Cognition (LilNCog) - U1172, University of Lille, Inserm, CHU Lille, Lille, France
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- Geoffrey Jefferson Brain Research Centre, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust & University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
- Division of Cardiovascular Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
- Manchester Centre for Clinical Neurosciences, Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, Salford, UK
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- Department of Neurology, Stroke Unit, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- The Norwegian Air Ambulance Foundation, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Medicine (Neurology), University of Ottawa and Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurocritical Care, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
- Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Lille Neuroscience & Cognition (LilNCog) - U1172, University of Lille, Inserm, CHU Lille, Lille, France.
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Al-Ajlan FS, Gladstone DJ, Song D, Thorpe KE, Swartz RH, Butcher KS, Del Campo M, Dowlatshahi D, Gensicke H, Lee GJ, Flaherty ML, Hill MD, Aviv RI, Demchuk AM. Time Course of Early Hematoma Expansion in Acute Spot-Sign Positive Intracerebral Hemorrhage: Prespecified Analysis of the SPOTLIGHT Randomized Clinical Trial. Stroke 2023; 54:715-721. [PMID: 36756899 DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.121.038475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND In the SPOTLIGHT trial (Spot Sign Selection of Intracerebral Hemorrhage to Guide Hemostatic Therapy), patients with a computed tomography (CT) angiography spot-sign positive acute intracerebral hemorrhage were randomized to rFVIIa (recombinant activated factor VIIa; 80 μg/kg) or placebo within 6 hours of onset, aiming to limit hematoma expansion. Administration of rFVIIa did not significantly reduce hematoma expansion. In this prespecified analysis, we aimed to investigate the impact of delays from baseline imaging to study drug administration on hematoma expansion. METHODS Hematoma volumes were measured on the baseline CT, early post-dose CT, and 24 hours CT scans. Total hematoma volume (intracerebral hemorrhage+intraventricular hemorrhage) change between the 3 scans was calculated as an estimate of how much hematoma expansion occurred before and after studying drug administration. RESULTS Of the 50 patients included in the trial, 44 had an early post-dose CT scan. Median time (interquartile range) from onset to baseline CT was 1.4 hours (1.2-2.6). Median time from baseline CT to study drug was 62.5 (55-80) minutes, and from study drug to early post-dose CT was 19 (14.5-30) minutes. Median (interquartile range) total hematoma volume increased from baseline CT to early post-dose CT by 10.0 mL (-0.7 to 18.5) in the rFVIIa arm and 5.4 mL (1.8-8.3) in the placebo arm (P=0.96). Median volume change between the early post-dose CT and follow-up scan was 0.6 mL (-2.6 to 8.3) in the rFVIIa arm and 0.7 mL (-1.6 to 2.1) in the placebo arm (P=0.98). Total hematoma volume decreased between the early post-dose CT and 24-hour scan in 44.2% of cases (rFVIIa 38.9% and placebo 48%). The adjusted hematoma growth in volume immediately post dose for FVIIa was 0.998 times that of placebo ([95% CI, 0.71-1.43]; P=0.99). The hourly growth in FFVIIa was 0.998 times that for placebo ([95% CI, 0.994-1.003]; P=0.50; Table 3). CONCLUSIONS In the SPOTLIGHT trial, the adjusted hematoma volume growth was not associated with Factor VIIa treatment. Most hematoma expansion occurred between the baseline CT and the early post-dose CT, limiting any potential treatment effect of hemostatic therapy. Future hemostatic trials must treat intracerebral hemorrhage patients earlier from onset, with minimal delay between baseline CT and drug administration. REGISTRATION URL: https://www. CLINICALTRIALS gov; Unique identifier: NCT01359202.
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- Fahad S Al-Ajlan
- Department of Neurosciences (Neurology), King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (F.S.A.-A.)
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- Sunnybrook Research Institute, Hurvitz Brain Sciences Program and Department of Medicine, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre (D.J.G., R.H.S.).,Department of Medicine (Neurology), University of Toronto, Canada (D.J.G., R.H.S., M.D.C.)
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- Calgary Stroke Program, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Department of Radiology, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Canada (D.S., G.J.L., M.D.H., A.M.D.)
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- Applied Health Research Centre, Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael's Hospital, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Canada (K.E.T.)
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- Sunnybrook Research Institute, Hurvitz Brain Sciences Program and Department of Medicine, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre (D.J.G., R.H.S.).,Department of Medicine (Neurology), University of Toronto, Canada (D.J.G., R.H.S., M.D.C.)
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- Prince of Wales Clinical School, University of New South Wales, Sydney, AustraliaDepartment of Medicine (Neurology), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada (K.S.B.)
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- Department of Medicine (Neurology), University of Toronto, Canada (D.J.G., R.H.S., M.D.C.)
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- Department of Medicine (Neurology), University of Ottawa and Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Canada (D.D.)
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- Stroke Center and Neurology, University Hospital Basel, Switzerland (H.G.)
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- Calgary Stroke Program, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Department of Radiology, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Canada (D.S., G.J.L., M.D.H., A.M.D.)
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- Department of Neurology, University of Cincinnati, OH (M.L.F., R.I.A.). Division of Neuroradiology and Department of Medical Imaging, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, University of Toronto, Canada
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- Calgary Stroke Program, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Department of Radiology, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Canada (D.S., G.J.L., M.D.H., A.M.D.)
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- Department of Neurology, University of Cincinnati, OH (M.L.F., R.I.A.). Division of Neuroradiology and Department of Medical Imaging, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, University of Toronto, Canada
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- Calgary Stroke Program, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Department of Radiology, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Canada (D.S., G.J.L., M.D.H., A.M.D.)
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Morotti A, Boulouis G, Dowlatshahi D, Li Q, Shamy M, Al-Shahi Salman R, Rosand J, Cordonnier C, Goldstein JN, Charidimou A. Intracerebral haemorrhage expansion: definitions, predictors, and prevention. Lancet Neurol 2023; 22:159-171. [PMID: 36309041 DOI: 10.1016/s1474-4422(22)00338-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Revised: 08/04/2022] [Accepted: 08/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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Haematoma expansion affects a fifth of patients within 24 h of the onset of acute intracerebral haemorrhage and is associated with death and disability, which makes it an appealing therapeutic target. The time in which active intervention can be done is short as expansion occurs mostly within the first 3 h after onset. Baseline haemorrhage volume, antithrombotic treatment, and CT angiography spot signs are each associated with increased risk of haematoma expansion. Non-contrast CT features are promising predictors of haematoma expansion, but their potential contribution to current models is under investigation. Blood pressure lowering and haemostatic treatment minimise haematoma expansion but have not led to improved functional outcomes in randomised clinical trials. Ultra-early enrolment and selection of participants on the basis of non-contrast CT imaging markers could focus future clinical trials to show clinical benefit in people at high risk of expansion or investigate heterogeneity of treatment effects in clinical trials with broad inclusion criteria.
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- Andrea Morotti
- Neurology Unit, Department of Neurological Sciences and Vision, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Spedali Civili, Brescia, Italy.
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology Department, University Hospital of Tours, Tours, France
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Neurology, University of Ottawa and Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Ottawa ON, Canada
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Neurology, University of Ottawa and Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Ottawa ON, Canada
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- Division of Neurocritical Care, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA; Henry and Allison McCance Center for Brain Health, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Universite Lille, Inserm, CHU Lille, U1172, LilNCog, Lille Neuroscience and Cognition, F-59000 Lille, France
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- Division of Neurocritical Care, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA; Department of Emergency Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Boston University Medical Center, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA
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Xiong Y, Guo X, Huang X, Kang X, Zhou J, Chen C, Pan Z, Wang L, Goldbrunner R, Stavrinou L, Stavrinou P, Lin S, Chen Y, Hu W, Zheng F. Efficacy and safety of tranexamic acid in intracranial haemorrhage: A meta-analysis. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0282726. [PMID: 37000863 PMCID: PMC10065302 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0282726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2022] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Although some studies have shown that tranexamic acid is beneficial to patients with intracranial haemorrhage, the efficacy and safety of tranexamic acid for intracranial haemorrhage remain controversial. METHOD The PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library databases were systematically searched. The review followed PRISMA guidelines. Data were analyzed using the random-effects model. RESULTS Twenty-five randomized controlled trials were included. Tranexamic acid significantly inhibited hematoma growth in intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients. (ICH: mean difference -1.76, 95%CI -2.78 to -0.79, I2 = 0%, P < .001; TBI: MD -4.82, 95%CI -8.06 to -1.58, I2 = 0%, P = .004). For subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) patients, it significantly decreased the risk of hydrocephalus (OR 1.23, 95%CI 1.01 to 1.50, I2 = 0%, P = .04) and rebleeding (OR, 0.52, 95%CI 0.35 to 0.79, I2 = 56% P = .002). There was no significance in modified Rankin Scale, Glasgow Outcome Scale 3-5, mortality, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, or ischemic stroke/transient ischemic. CONCLUSION Tranexamic acid can significantly reduce the risk of intracranial haemorrhage growth in patients with ICH and TBI. Tranexamic acid can reduce the incidence of complications (hydrocephalus, rebleeding) in patients with SAH, which can indirectly improve the quality of life of patients with intracranial haemorrhage.
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- Yu Xiong
- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
- Department of Neurology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Neurology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Center for Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- 2nd Department of Neurosurgery, "Attikon" University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University, Athens Medical School, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Center for Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
- Neurosurgery, Metropolitan Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Centre of Neurological and Metabolic Research, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
- Diabetes and Metabolism Division, Garvan Institute of Medical Research, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- * E-mail: (FZ); (WH); (YC); (SL)
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
- * E-mail: (FZ); (WH); (YC); (SL)
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
- * E-mail: (FZ); (WH); (YC); (SL)
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
- * E-mail: (FZ); (WH); (YC); (SL)
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Jakowenko ND, Kopp BJ, Erstad BL. Appraising the use of tranexamic acid in traumatic and non-traumatic intracranial hemorrhage: A narrative review. J Am Coll Emerg Physicians Open 2022; 3:e12777. [PMID: 35859856 PMCID: PMC9286528 DOI: 10.1002/emp2.12777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2022] [Revised: 06/06/2022] [Accepted: 06/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Recently there has been increasing interest and debate on the use of tranexamic acid (TXA), an antifibrinolytic drug, in both traumatic and non-traumatic intracranial hemorrhage. In this review we aim to discuss recent investigations looking at TXA in traumatic brain injury (TBI) and different categories of spontaneous intracranial hemorrhage. We also discuss differences between setting (hospital vs pre-hospital), dosing and timing strategies, and other logistical challenges surrounding optimal use of TXA for isolated intracranial hemorrhage. Last, we hope to provide guidance for clinicians when considering the use of TXA in a patient with traumatic or non-traumatic intracranial hemorrhage based on appraisal of the available literature as well as some potential ideas for future research in this area.
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- Department of PharmacyBanner University Medical Center–TucsonTucsonArizonaUSA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice and ScienceUniversity of Arizona College of PharmacyTucsonArizonaUSA
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Tranexamic acid – A narrative review for the emergency medicine clinician. Am J Emerg Med 2022; 56:33-44. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ajem.2022.03.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Revised: 03/07/2022] [Accepted: 03/14/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Greenberg SM, Ziai WC, Cordonnier C, Dowlatshahi D, Francis B, Goldstein JN, Hemphill JC, Johnson R, Keigher KM, Mack WJ, Mocco J, Newton EJ, Ruff IM, Sansing LH, Schulman S, Selim MH, Sheth KN, Sprigg N, Sunnerhagen KS. 2022 Guideline for the Management of Patients With Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage: A Guideline From the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Stroke 2022; 53:e282-e361. [PMID: 35579034 DOI: 10.1161/str.0000000000000407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 379] [Impact Index Per Article: 189.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- AHA Stroke Council Scientific Statement Oversight Committee on Clinical Practice Guideline liaison
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- AHA Stroke Council Stroke Performance Measures Oversight Committee liaison
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- AHA Stroke Council Scientific Statement Oversight Committee on Clinical Practice Guideline liaison.,AAN representative
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Broderick JP, Hill MJ. Advances in Stroke: Treatments-Acute. Stroke 2022; 53:999-1003. [PMID: 35176877 DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.122.036976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada (M.J.H.)
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Guo Y, Guo XM, Li RL, Zhao K, Bao QJ, Yang JC, Zhang Q, Yang MF. Tranexamic Acid for Acute Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Front Neurol 2022; 12:761185. [PMID: 34987465 PMCID: PMC8720763 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.761185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: The role of tranexamic acid (TXA) in preventing hematoma expansion (HE) in patients with acute spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) remains unclear. We aim to investigate the efficacy and safety of TXA in acute spontaneous ICH with a particular focus on subgroups. Methods: Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were retrieved from CENTRAL, Clinicaltrials.gov, EMBASE, PubMed, and WHO ICTRP. The primary outcome measurement was HE. The secondary outcome measurements included 3-month poor functional outcome (PFO), 3-month mortality, and major thromboembolic events (MTE). We conducted subgroup analysis according to the CT markers of HE (standard-risk population and high-risk population) and the time from onset to randomization (>4.5 and ≤4.5 h). Results: We identified seven studies (representing five RCTs) involving 2,650 participants. Compared with placebo, TXA may reduce HE on subsequent imaging (odd ratio [OR] 0.825; 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.692–0.984; p = 0.033; I2 = 0%; GRADE: moderate certainty). TXA and placebo arms did not differ in the rates of 3-month PFO, 3-month mortality, and MTE. Subgroup analysis indicated that TXA reduced the risk of HE in the high-risk population with CT markers of HE (OR 0.646; 95% CI 0.503–0.829; p = 0.001; I2 = 0 %) and in patients who were treated within 4.5 h of symptom onset (OR 0.823; 95% CI 0.690–0.980; p = 0.029; I2 = 0%), but this protective effect was not observed in the standard-risk population and patients who were treated over 4.5 h of symptom onset. Conclusions: Tranexamic acid (TXA) may decrease the risk of HE in patients with acute spontaneous ICH. Importantly, the decreased risk was observed in patients who were treatable within 4.5 h and with a high risk of HE, but not in those who were treatable over 4.5 h and in standard-risk population. However, PFO or mortality at 3 months did not significantly differ between patients who received TXA and those who received placebo. TXA is safe for acute spontaneous ICH without increasing MTE.
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- Yu Guo
- Graduate School, Qinghai University, Xining, China
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- Biomedical Engineering Research Center, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, China
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- Neurological Intensive Care Department, Shengli Oilfield Central Hospital, Dongying, China
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- Graduate School, Qinghai University, Xining, China
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- Graduate School, Qinghai University, Xining, China
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- Graduate School, Qinghai University, Xining, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Qinghai Provincial People's Hospital, Xining, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Qinghai Provincial People's Hospital, Xining, China
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Yassi N, Zhao H, Churilov L, Campbell BCV, Wu T, Ma H, Cheung A, Kleinig T, Brown H, Choi P, Jeng JS, Ranta A, Wang HK, Cloud GC, Grimley R, Shah D, Spratt N, Cho DY, Mahawish K, Sanders L, Worthington J, Clissold B, Meretoja A, Yogendrakumar V, Ton MD, Dang DP, Phuong NTM, Nguyen HT, Hsu CY, Sharma G, Mitchell PJ, Yan B, Parsons MW, Levi C, Donnan GA, Davis SM. Tranexamic acid for intracerebral haemorrhage within 2 hours of onset: protocol of a phase II randomised placebo-controlled double-blind multicentre trial. Stroke Vasc Neurol 2021; 7:158-165. [PMID: 34848566 PMCID: PMC9067256 DOI: 10.1136/svn-2021-001070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Rationale Haematoma growth is common early after intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH), and is a key determinant of outcome. Tranexamic acid, a widely available antifibrinolytic agent with an excellent safety profile, may reduce haematoma growth. Methods and design Stopping intracerebral haemorrhage with tranexamic acid for hyperacute onset presentation including mobile stroke units (STOP-MSU) is a phase II double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled, multicentre, international investigator-led clinical trial, conducted within the estimand statistical framework. Hypothesis In patients with spontaneous ICH, treatment with tranexamic acid within 2 hours of onset will reduce haematoma expansion compared with placebo. Sample size estimates A sample size of 180 patients (90 in each arm) would be required to detect an absolute difference in the primary outcome of 20% (placebo 39% vs treatment 19%) under a two-tailed significance level of 0.05. An adaptive sample size re-estimation based on the outcomes of 144 patients will allow a possible increase to a prespecified maximum of 326 patients. Intervention Participants will receive 1 g intravenous tranexamic acid over 10 min, followed by 1 g intravenous tranexamic acid over 8 hours; or matching placebo. Primary efficacy measure The primary efficacy measure is the proportion of patients with haematoma growth by 24±6 hours, defined as either ≥33% relative increase or ≥6 mL absolute increase in haematoma volume between baseline and follow-up CT scan. Discussion We describe the rationale and protocol of STOP-MSU, a phase II trial of tranexamic acid in patients with ICH within 2 hours from onset, based in participating mobile stroke units and emergency departments.
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- Nawaf Yassi
- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia .,Population Health and Immunity Division, Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,Ambulance Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,Melbourne Medical School, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,Stroke Division, The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Christchurch Hospital, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Department of Neurology, Monash Medical Centre, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Box Hill Hospital, Eastern Health, Box Hill, Victoria, Australia
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- Stroke Centre and Department of Neurology, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine, Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, Wellington, New Zealand
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- Department of Neurosurgery, E-Da Hospital, Yanchao, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Monash University Central Clinical School, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Medicine, Sunshine Coast University Hospital, Nambour, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Gold Coast University Hospital, Southport, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, John Hunter Hospital, The University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Palmerston North Hospital, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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- Department of Neurology, St Vincent's Hospital, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Geelong Hospital, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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- Stroke Center, Bach Mai Hospital, Hanoi, Viet Nam
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- Stroke Department, 103 Military Hospital, Hanoi, Hanoi, Viet Nam
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Disease, 115 Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
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- Department of Neurology, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Neurology, Liverpool Hospital, Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, University of New South Wales South Western Sydney Clinical School, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, John Hunter Hospital, The University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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Tranexamic Acid for Adult Patients with Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis. CNS Drugs 2021; 35:1163-1172. [PMID: 34661872 DOI: 10.1007/s40263-021-00865-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The effects of tranexamic acid on spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage in reducing hematoma expansion and mortality as well as its role in thromboembolic complications and in the improvement of functional outcomes remain substantially uncertain. OBJECTIVE The objective of this systematic review was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of tranexamic acid in patients with spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage. METHODS Several databases were searched from inception up to 20 June, 2021. We included randomized controlled trials that compared tranexamic acid with placebo or no treatment for the management of intracerebral hemorrhage. The primary outcomes were hematoma expansion and 90-day mortality. The secondary outcomes were hemorrhagic volume change, thromboembolic complications, and functional outcomes. RESULTS Overall, six trials with 2800 patients were included in this meta-analysis. Tranexamic acid was associated with a reduced risk of hematoma expansion (relative risk 0.87, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.77-0.99, p = 0.03, I2 = 0%, six trials with 2800 participants) and a lessening of hematoma volume change (mean difference - 1.28, 95% CI - 2.44 to - 0.12; p = 0.03; I2 = 0%, four trials with 2626 participants), without a corresponding higher rate of major thromboembolic complications (relative risk 1.20, 95% CI 0.85-1.69; p = 0.80; I2 = 0%, five trials with 2759 participants). The present analysis also demonstrated that tranexamic acid had no effect on reducing 90-day mortality (relative risk 1.02, 95% CI 0.88-1.19; p = 0.80; I2 = 0%, five trials with 2770 participants). CONCLUSIONS In adults with spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage, tranexamic acid reduced the risk of intracerebral hemorrhage growth compared with the control. The effects on 90-day mortality remained inconclusive. Further studies should report death within 24 h and death due to bleeding whenever possible.
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Wang DZ, Liu L, Xi G, Wang Y. Treating supratentorial intracerebral haemorrhage: hopeless? Or rethink our strategy. Stroke Vasc Neurol 2021; 6:158-159. [PMID: 33858999 PMCID: PMC8258045 DOI: 10.1136/svn-2021-001043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2021] [Accepted: 04/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
- David Z Wang
- Neurovascular Division, Department of Neurology, Barrow Neurological Institute, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.,China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.,China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing, China
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