Reducing Inflammation In The Brain After Stroke – Professor Stuart AllanReducing Inflammation In The Brain After Stroke – Professor Stuart Allan
Recovery After Stroke
Professor Stuart Allan is at the coalface of stroke recovery research and is leading a team of researchers working on the next generation of clot-busting medication.
1:14:16•26 Dec 2022
How Inflammation Impacts Stroke Recovery: Insights from Professor Stuart Allan
“We've spent many years trying to understand what's happening in that first few hours after the stroke happens, because we know that basically brain cells die.”
Ever wondered how inflammation affects the brain after a stroke? In this episode of 'Recovery After Stroke', Professor Stuart Allan sheds light on this critical topic. As a leading researcher in stroke recovery, Allan discusses his team's groundbreaking work on reducing brain inflammation post-stroke. You'll hear about the hurdles they face in hemorrhage research, the risks associated with brain surgery, and the complexities of the blood-brain barrier.
Allan also explores the potential of interleukin 1 in aiding stroke recovery and emphasizes the importance of early treatment. But that's not all – he dives into the fascinating connection between gut health and brain function, and how eye inflammation can provide insights into whole-body inflammation. This episode is packed with valuable information for stroke survivors, caregivers, and anyone interested in the latest advancements in stroke recovery research.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how managing inflammation could be a game-changer in stroke recovery.
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