Stroke is a severe neurological event and the second most common cause of death in the Western world. The primary burden of stroke lies in its long-term disability, particularly in the elderly population, who are at higher risk of permanent disability.

In Israel, approximately 15,000 strokes occur annually, meaning that roughly every 30 minutes, a stroke takes place in the country. About 20% of people will experience a stroke or a transient ischemic attack (TIA) at some point in their lives.

Stroke does not only occur in the elderly. In recent years, the average age of first-time stroke onset has been decreasing. The risk of stroke increases in the presence of factors such as a sedentary lifestyle, smoking, obesity, atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and atrial fibrillation (AF).

Stroke prevention Is possible and there are two main approaches:

1.Primary prevention, which aims to prevent the first occurrence of a stroke.

2.Secondary prevention, which helps individuals who have already experienced a stroke or TIA, and are at higher risk for recurrent strokes, avoid another event through long-term treatment.

The clinic offers diagnosis, consultation, and personalized treatment plans for individuals who have experienced an acute stroke or TIA. The clinic’s services are provided by neurologists specializing in stroke care and include:

• Diagnosis and treatment planning after an acute stroke or TIA.
• Comprehensive consultation with neurologists specializing in stroke.
• A wide range of post-stroke diagnostic tests or stroke identification, including:Brain imaging (MRI of the head), Imaging of the head and neck blood vessels (MRA, CTA, or ultrasound), cardiac imaging to identify sources of emboli, heart Holter monitoring, transcranial Doppler (TCD) with bubble test, EEG testing, and more.
• Second opinions on brain and neck vascular imaging findings.
• Identification of high-risk populations for stroke and initiation of preventive treatments.
• Advanced stroke risk identification, including the use of Delphi-MD technology.
• Investigation of the underlying pathological mechanism of the stroke to optimize preventive treatment.
• Treatment with antiplatelet agents such as Cartia, MicroAspirin, or Plavix.
• Anticoagulation therapy with medications like Eliquis, Xarelto, or Pradaxa.