Brain Stroke

Brain Stroke Treatment in Hyderabad, India

CARE Hospitals work round the clock to offer the best treatment for brain stroke. A brain stroke happens when there is a blockage of blood vessels that start bleeding. This either reduces or interrupts the bloody supply to the brain. If this occurs, then the brain does not get proper oxygen or nutrients due to which brain cells begin to die. 

The stroke impacts the blood vessels that provide oxygen to the brain. If the brain is unable to receive ample nutrients or oxygen, then the damage may begin to happen. It is true that brain strokes are treatable but if not treated on time then these can result in death or permanent disability. Let's learn more about brain strokes with the help of CARE Hospitals:- 

Types of brain strokes treated by our specialists 

Brain strokes happen when blood clots form in the brain, leading to brain hemorrhage. This may also damage brain tissues and result in disabilities and physical imbalances. We as the best hospital for brain aneurysm surgery in Hyderabad offer the best medical help for the following brain strokes:-

Ischemic stroke - Brain ischemia or ischemic stroke accounts for around 80% of all stroke attacks. This is caused by blood clots in the brain as the blood supply has been hindered and brain tissues of a specific area are damaged. The main reason for ischemic stroke is fatty acid deposits that are called atherosclerosis. The deposits are of two types: 

• Blood clots or cerebral embolisms form in the heart's circulatory system and large arteries near your upper neck or chest portion. 

• Due to ischemic stroke symptoms, a patient faces physical imbalance, blurry vision, and inability in food consumption. 

Hemorrhagic stroke - Around 15% of all the cases of strokes are hemorrhagic stroke. The main cause of this stroke is weakened vessels that lead to enhanced bleeding in the brain. Further, there is blood accumulation and brain tissues start damaging. Hemorrhagic stroke is of two types:-

• Subarachnoid hemorrhage

• Intracerebral hemorrhage

The reason behind most of the hemorrhage is arteriovenous malformation. This is an abnormal blood clot formation that causes bleeding in the brain. 

Cryptogenic stroke - This stroke is a stroke that is caused by unknown factors that are hard to be determined. However, the cause of all of such strokes is usually due to brain clot formation. For this, our specialists may also recommend acute diagnosis to fight against the health risk timely. 

Transient ischemic attack (TIA) - TIA i.e. transient ischemic attack is called a TIA mini-stroke. This is a condition when the temporary blockage is there in brain blood flow. Some people ignore it at the initial level as it is known for not causing permanent damage but we do not advise such an act. If blood clots have started forming, then this is an indication of a transient ischemic attack. We advise patients to get it diagnosed as well as treated at the initial level. They should not miss an opportunity to prevent it timely. 

Silent Brain Stroke or Silent Cerebral Infarction - This stroke is caused by blood clot formation and blocks the blood flow to the brain. This may be responsible for silent brain stroke even without your awareness. The high-risk factor associated with it is that it might lead to a further case of brain damage. The prime silent brain stroke causes are:

• Atrial fibrillation leads to irregular heart beating among patients above 65 age.

• Elevated blood levels, hypertension, and higher systolic blood pressure levels are the known silent infarction or SCI causes. 

• Considering the importance, we conduct diagnosis for prevention of risk of brain damage. 

What are the symptoms of a brain stroke?

The variety and intensity of initial stroke indications can differ, but they all exhibit the shared trait of an abrupt onset. Typical indications of a cerebral stroke encompass:

• Unexpected numbness or weakness in the facial area, arm, or leg, particularly on one side of the body.
• Rapid onset of confusion.
• Difficulty articulating thoughts.
• Challenges in comprehending speech.
• Sudden vision impairment in one or both eyes.
• Unexpected difficulty walking, accompanied by dizziness.
• Loss of balance or coordination.
• Sudden and intense headache, often accompanied by vomiting or loss of consciousness.

What are the risk factors causing brain stroke?

While strokes are more frequently observed in the elderly population, they can affect individuals of any age. Understanding the factors that elevate the likelihood of a stroke and being able to identify its symptoms can contribute to stroke prevention. Swift diagnosis and early treatment enhance the prospects of complete recovery.

Risk factors can be classified into modifiable and non-modifiable categories.

Modifiable risk factors:

• Smoking: The risk of stroke is heightened by smoking, and when combined with oral contraceptives, the likelihood further increases. Recent findings suggest that prolonged exposure to secondhand smoke may also elevate stroke risk.
• High blood pressure: A blood pressure reading of 140/90 mm Hg is a significant risk factor for stroke.
• Carotid or other artery disease: Narrowing of the carotid arteries due to fatty deposits from atherosclerosis can lead to blockage by a blood clot.
• Diabetes: Untreated diabetes increases the risk of stroke and poses various other health risks.
• High blood cholesterol: Elevated total cholesterol (240 mg/dL or higher), high LDL (bad) cholesterol levels (greater than 100 mg/dL), high triglyceride levels (150 mg/dL or higher), and low HDL (good) cholesterol levels (less than 40 mg/dL) may raise the risk of stroke.
• Physical inactivity and obesity: Inactivity, obesity, or a combination of both can elevate the risk of high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.
• Cardiac diseases like atrial fibrillation (AF) and others, large vessel and small vessel disease, increase the risk of ischemic stroke.

Non-modifiable or Uncontrollable risk factors:

• Age: While strokes can occur at any age, the risk increases with older age.
• Gender: Men are more prone to strokes, but women account for over half of stroke-related deaths. Post-menopausal women face a risk similar to that of men.
• Family history and certain genetic disorders elevate the risk of stroke.
• History of previous stroke increases the likelihood of recurrent strokes.
• Other risk factors such as hyperhomocysteinemia, sleep-related disorders like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), certain infections (including recent cases of Covid), and a history of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) also contribute to an increased risk of stroke.

Prevention that we suggest before treatment

When the patient comes to us, we also suggest a few preventions along with diagnosis and treatments, including:

• Regular exercising

• Moderate weight management 

• Follow a healthy diet chart 

• Stay away from alcohol or tobacco

• Diet should comprise plenty of vegetables, seeds, legumes, nuts, whole grains, and fruits. 

A few other measures suggested by us:

• Diabetes management 

• Control on blood pressure 

• Regular treatment for heart disease 

Diagnosis conducted by CARE Hospitals experts

• First, our doctors conduct a physical examination and enquire about the patient's symptoms and his medical history. We check reflexes, strength, coordination, vision, and sensation. Our doctors check blood vessels at the back of the eyes, blood pressure, and listen to carotid arteries of the neck. 

• Our doctors also conduct blood examinations to determine whether there is a high risk of blood clots or bleeding. Levels of specific substances in the blood are measured, including clotting factors and infection. 

• Multiple X-rays in the form of CT scans are done to know the condition of tumors, strokes, and hemorrhages in the brain. MRI scan is also done to create brain images for detecting damaged brain tissues. 

Our treatment approach for brain stroke 

The prime approach that we embrace to treat brain stroke is to act as fast as possible. Ischemic stroke is treated the best when it is treated within the six hours of cerebral attack onset. 

CARE Hospitals is the best Hospital for Brain Stroke Treatment in Hyderabad. It provides the following treatment options, such as:

• IV Thrombolysis

• Mechanical Thrombectomy

• Decompressive craniotomy

• Stroke rehabilitation

Rehabilitation is an aspect of stroke care as most stroke patients require rehabilitation after the stroke. It also depends on the area of brain stroke and the number of tissues damaged. Our therapies include occupational therapy, physiotherapy, dysphagia therapy, cognitive therapy, speech therapy, recreational therapy, continent advisor, etc. 

Our rehabilitation and physiotherapy staff and doctors as the best Hospital for Brain Stroke Treatment in Hyderabad specialize not only in treating strokes but they also help them regain their confidence. For the best treatment, we are equipped with the advanced technologies such as stereotaxy, neuronavigation system, intraoperative CT, microscopic surgery, etc. Our prime aim is to provide proper medical help and care with utmost attention by resisting a brain stroke in the future. So, if are you seeking the best medical care to manage your brain stroke, then approach CARE Hospitals for the best services and treatment. 

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