Chuanxiong-type preparations for acute ischemic stroke
Abstract Background Stroke, 88% of which are ischemic, is a common cause of death and disability all over the world. Chuanxiong has been reported to be beneficial in treating stroke. However, the strength of evidence to support its use is unclear. Objectives To assess the safety and efficacy of chuanxiong for acute ischemic stroke. Search […]
Sanchi for acute ischaemic stroke
Abstract Background Currently very few drugs are supported for routine use for acute ischaemic stroke. Sanchi is one of the most widely used herbal medicines for ischaemic stroke in China. Objectives To assess the effectiveness and safety of sanchi in the treatment of acute ischaemic stroke. Search methods We searched the Cochrane Stroke Group Trials […]
Tongxinluo capsule for acute stroke
Abstract Background Tongxinluo capsules are a compound of Chinese traditional medicine which contain substances that are thought to have vasodilatory, antiplatelet, anticoagulant, thrombolytic and even lipid-lowering properties, and therefore may improve outcome after acute ischaemic stroke. To date the evidence of its effect has not been systematically reviewed, making it difficult to derive robust conclusions […]
Vinpocetine for acute ischaemic stroke
Abstract Background Vasoactive and neuroprotective drugs such as vinpocetine are used to treat stroke in some countries. Objectives To assess the effect of vinpocetine in acute ischaemic stroke. Search methods We searched the Cochrane Stroke Group Trials Register (last searched February 2007), MEDLINE (1966 to February 2007) and Scopus (1960 to February 2007). We also […]
Mannitol for acute stroke
Abstract Background Mannitol is an osmotic agent and a free radical scavenger which might decrease oedema and tissue damage in stroke. Objectives To test whether treatment with mannitol reduces short and long-term case fatality and dependency after acute ischaemic stroke or intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH). Search methods We searched the Cochrane Stroke Group Trials Register (searched […]
Dan Shen agents for acute ischaemic stroke
Abstract Background Based mainly on experimental data that indicates improvement to the cerebral microcirculation, Dan Shen, a herbal medicine, is widely used in the treatment of acute ischaemic stroke in China. Objectives To assess the effects of Dan Shen agents in patients with acute ischaemic stroke. Search methods We searched the Cochrane Stroke Group Trials […]
Naftidrofuryl for acute stroke
Abstract Background Stroke is the third most common cause of death and the most common cause of disability in the western world. The development of drugs to limit the effects of brain damage caused by stroke continues but no routine effective treatment has yet been identified. Naftidrofuryl has been reported to be beneficial in the […]
Ginkgo biloba for acute ischaemic stroke
Abstract Background Ginkgo biloba extract is widely used in the treatment of acute ischaemic stroke in China. We aimed to assess the evidence from randomised controlled trials and quasi-randomised controlled trials on the use of Ginkgo biloba extract in acute ischaemic stroke. Objectives The primary objective was to determine whether Ginkgo biloba extract improves functional […]
Acupuncture for acute stroke
Abstract Background Acupuncture-like sensory stimulation activates multiple efferent (nerve) pathways leading to altered activity in numerous neural systems. Acupuncture is widely accepted by Chinese people and it is increasingly requested by patients and their relatives in Western countries. Objectives To assess the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture in patients with acute stroke. Search methods We […]
Prostacyclin and analogues for acute ischaemic stroke
Abstract Background Prostacyclin is an agent with a number of effects on platelets, blood vessels and nerve cells which might improve outcome after acute ischaemic stroke. Objectives To assess the effect of prostacyclin or analogues on survival in people with acute ischaemic stroke. Search methods We searched the Cochrane Stroke Group Trials Register (last searched […]