It's important to get treatment for stroke symptoms right away. Clot-busters only work if given within three or four hours.

Tissue plasminogen activator has been used in the treatment of ischemic stroke because it can break through clots, allowing blood to flow. Here's a brief summary.

A blockage in one of your carotid arteries can cause a stroke. This low-tech tutorial explains carotid endarterectomy, a surgical treatment to clear blockages.

This PDF file explains the risks and benefits of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs commonly used in the treatment of stroke and heart attack.

A quick overview of everything you need to know about stroke. Learn to recognize the warning signs of stroke and get immediate treatment.

Immediate treatment of stroke is essential to prevent disability. Strokes tend to reoccur, so medical prevention is key.

Stroke is a leading cause of disability. Don't let embarrassment or denial prevent you from getting treatment and preventing complications.

Although American guidelines suggest an optimal blood pressure of 120/80, this Australian site brilliantly describes the effects of hypertension and their role in stroke. Treatment of hypertension is essential for stroke prevention.

High cholesterol can lead to stroke, but you can't get treatment for high cholesterol if you don't go to a doctor.

Induced hypothermia is being investigated as part of the treatment for acute ischemic stroke. Hypothermia may prevent brain damage by slowing metabolism and reducing inflammation.

Aspirin can be a useful tool in the prevention of heart attack and stroke, but only your doctor can decide if aspirin treatment is right for you.

Viprinex is a new drug derived from snake venom. It might have a larger window of opportunity than current therapies for the treatment of stroke.