scholarly journals Higher Cerebral Blood Flow Predicts Early Hematoma Expansion in Patients With Intracerebral Hemorrhage: A Clinical Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Weijing Wang ◽  
Weitao Jin ◽  
Hao Feng ◽  
Guoliang Wu ◽  
Wenjuan Wang ◽  
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The early hematoma expansion of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) indicates a poor prognosis. This paper studies the relationship between cerebral blood flow (CBF) around the hematoma and hematoma expansion (HE) in the acute stage of intracerebral hemorrhage. A total of 50 patients with supratentorial cerebral hemorrhage were enrolled in this study. They underwent baseline whole-brain CTP within 6 h after intracerebral hemorrhage, and non-contrast CT within 24 h. Absolute hematoma growth and relative hematoma growth were calculated, respectively. A relative growth of Hematoma volume >33% was considered to be hematoma expansion. The Ipsilateral peri-edema CBF and Ipsilateral edema CBF were calculated by CTP maps in patients with and without hematoma expansion, respectively. In this study the incidence of hematoma expansion in the early stage of supratentorial cerebral hemorrhage was 32%; The CBF of the hematoma expansion group was higher than that of the patients without hematoma expansion (23.5 ± 12.5 vs. 15.1 ± 7.4, P = 0.004). After adjusting for age, gender, Symptom onset to NCCT and Baseline hematoma volume, ipsilateral peri-edema CBF was still an independent risk factor for early HE (or = 1.095, 95% CI = 1.01–1.19, P = 0.024). Here, we concluded that higher cerebral blood flow predicts early hematoma expansion in patients with intracerebral hemorrhage.

2019 ◽  
Vol 48 (3-6) ◽  
pp. 217-225 ◽  
Author(s):  
Masayuki Kameyama ◽  
Miki Fujimura ◽  
Ryosuke Tashiro ◽  
Kenichi Sato ◽  
Hidenori Endo ◽  
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Objective: Superficial temporal artery (STA)-middle cerebral artery (MCA) anastomosis is a standard surgical procedure for adult patients with moyamoya disease (MMD) and plays a role in preventing ischemic and/or hemorrhagic stroke. Cerebral hyperperfusion (CHP) syndrome is a potential complication of this procedure that can result in deleterious outcomes, such as delayed intracerebral hemorrhage, but the exact threshold of the pathological increase in postoperative cerebral blood flow (CBF) is unclear. Thus, we analyzed local CBF in the acute stage after revascularization surgery for adult MMD to predict CHP syndrome under modern perioperative management. Materials and Methods: Fifty-nine consecutive adult MMD patients, aged 17–66 years old (mean 43.1), underwent STA-MCA anastomosis with indirect pial synangiosis for 65 affected hemispheres. All patients were perioperatively managed by strict blood pressure control (systolic pressure of 110–130 mm Hg) to prevent CHP syndrome. Local CBF at the site of anastomosis was quantitatively measured using the autoradiographic method by N-isopropyl-p-[123I] iodoamphetamine single-photon emission computed tomography 1 and 7 days after surgery, in addition to the preoperative CBF value at the corresponding area. We defined CHP phenomenon as a local CBF increase over 150% compared to the preoperative value. Then, we investigated the correlation between local hemodynamic change and the development of CHP syndrome. Results: After 65 surgeries, 5 patients developed CHP syndrome, including 2 patients with delayed intracerebral hemorrhage (3.0%), 1 with symptomatic subarachnoid hemorrhage (1.5%), and 2 with focal neurological deterioration without hemorrhage. The CBF increase ratio was significantly higher in patients with CHP syndrome (270.7%) than in patients without CHP syndrome (135.2%, p = 0.003). Based on receiver operating characteristic analysis, the cutoff value for the pathological postoperative CBF increase ratio was 184.5% for CHP syndrome (sensitivity = 83.3%, specificity =  94.2%, area under the curve [AUC] value  =  0.825) and 241.3% for hemorrhagic CHP syndrome (sensitivity =  75.0%, specificity =  97.2%, AUC value  =  0.742). Conclusion: Quantitative measurement of the local CBF value in the early postoperative period provides essential information to predict CHP syndrome after STA-MCA anastomosis in patients with adult MMD. The pathological threshold of hemorrhagic CHP syndrome was as high as 241.3% by the local CBF increase ratio, but 2 patients (3.0%) developed delayed intracerebral hemorrhage in this series that were managed following the intensive perioperative management protocol. Thus, we recommend routine CBF measurement in the acute stage after direct revascularization surgery for adult MMD and satisfactory blood pressure control to avoid the deleterious effects of CHP.


Neurology ◽  
2001 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-24 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. J. Powers ◽  
A. R. Zazulia ◽  
T. O. Videen ◽  
R. E. Adams ◽  
K.D. Yundt ◽  
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Stroke ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 51 (Suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Satoshi Suda ◽  
Yasuyuki Iguchi ◽  
Shigeru Fujimoto ◽  
Yoshiki Yagita ◽  
Takayuki Mizunari ◽  
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Background and Purpose: The characteristics of direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC)-related intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) have not been fully clarified. We planned to recruit patients prospectively and to investigate the characteristics and outcomes in patients with ICH receiving direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) and warfarin treatment. Methods: The prospective analysis of stroke patients taking anticoagulants (PASTA) registry study is an observational, multicenter, prospective registry of stroke patients receiving OAC. Patient enrollment started in April 2016 at 25 tertiary centers across Japan. We compared imaging, clinical characteristics, and discharge modified Rankin Scale (mRS) between DOAC- and warfarin-related ICH patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). Results: A total of 154 patients (51 women; median age 77 [quartiles 69-87] years) were analyzed. Of these, 111 patients (72%) received prior DOAC treatment and the remaining 43 (28%) received prior warfarin treatment (Fig. A, B and C). There were no relevant differences in clinical and hematoma characteristics between DOAC- and warfarin-related ICH regarding baseline hematoma volume (median [quartiles]: DOAC, 11 [5-23] mL vs. warfarin, 12 [5-30] mL; P =0.95), rate of hematoma expansion (DOAC, 12/111 [11%] vs. warfarin, 4/43 [9%]; P =0.80), rate of subcortical hemorrhage (DOAC, 15/111 [11%] vs. warfarin, 10/43 [9%]; P =0.80) and the proportion of patients with unfavorable outcome (mRS, 4-6: DOAC 76/108 [70%] vs. warfarin 23/38 [61%]; P =0.26). Cerebral microbleeds (CMBs) were detected more frequently in DOAC group than in warfarin (47/76 [62%] vs. 11/32 [34%]; P <0.01). Subgroup analyses showed that type of DOAC agent did not result in relevant differences in imaging characteristics or outcome (Fig. D and E). Conclusions: Our results showed that there were no significant differences in hematoma characteristics and functional outcome among AF patients with DOAC- or warfarin-related ICH.


Stroke ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 43 (suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Navdeep S Sangha ◽  
Farhaan Vahidy ◽  
Mallikarjunarao Kasam ◽  
Mohammed Rahbar ◽  
Bursaw Andrew ◽  
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Background and Purpose Early hematoma expansion (EHE) has been described in the first 48 hours. SHRINC is a phase 2 prospective safety trial whose primary objective is to assess the safety of pioglitazone (PIO) when administered to patients with spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (SICH) compared to standard care. A secondary objective is to characterize the changes in hematoma resolution and expansion over time. This prospective study addresses the natural history, clinical impact, and associated risk factors of late hematoma expansion (LEX) by serial magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) after SICH. Methods SHRINC aims to enroll 78 subjects between the ages of 18-80 with a SICH of ≥ 5 ml. This analysis includes the first 42 patients enrolled. Four subjects were excluded because they did not have an MRI after day 2. A baseline CTH was performed followed by an MRI within 24 hours of symptom onset. Hematoma volume (Hv) was measured on FLAIR sequences using a previously published semi-automated range of interest method. LEX was defined as an increase in Hv > 0.5 ml after the 48 hour MRI. Factors associated with LEX were evaluated with logistic regression. Longitudinal analyses were used for measurements taken over the follow up period. Results: Ten (26.3%) of 38 subjects displayed LEX. Eight subjects had LEX between day 2 to 14, and 4 between days 14 to 28. The median initial Hv was 16.1cc in LEX patients and 24.1cc in those without expansion (NEX) (p=0.23). Lower platelet counts (p=0.04) and BUN levels (p=0.03) were associated with LEX in univariate analysis. Multivariate analysis suggested that those with higher BUN levels were less likely to have LEX (OR=0.81; 95%CI 0.65-0.99). Blood pressure and EHE (13.2%) were not associated with LEX. There was no difference in neurological worsening (NIHSS increase ≥ 4), 6 month mRS or death between LEX and NEX. Conclusion: This is the first prospective study to address LEX with serial MRIs. LEX occurs between day 2 to 14 and day 14 to 28. Elevated BUN levels may decrease the likelihood of LEX. A limitation of our study is that the effect of PIO on LEX could not be evaluated because SHRINC is a blinded trial. Further studies will assess the pathophysiology of LEX and its potential implications in clinical trials evaluating hematoma growth and resolution.


Stroke ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 43 (suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nerses Sanossian ◽  
Adrian M Burgos ◽  
David S Liebeskind ◽  
Sidney Starkman ◽  
Pablo Villablanca ◽  
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Background: Early neurologic deterioration (END) occurs commonly in intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) patients being transported by EMS ambulances, but the imaging correlates of END have not been previously delineated. Methods: We analyzed consecutive ICH patients in the Field Administration of Stroke Therapy - Magnesium (FAST-MAG) Trial, a phase 3, multicenter of paramedic-initiated magnesium sulfate vs. placebo for stroke patients presenting within 2 hours of symptom onset. END was defined as a 2-point or greater decrease in the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) from paramedic evaluation to ED evaluation. Baseline imaging studies were independently analyzed by 2 neurologists for ICH location, volume, presence of intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH), heterogeneity (defined as >20 point difference in Hounsfield units), irregular hematoma borders, multilobulated appearance, and substantial edema (defined as >0.5cm thickness). Leukoaraiosis was graded using the Fazekas scale for periventricular and deep white matter changes (0-3 for each). Results: Among 127 patients, mean age was 66 (SD 14) years, 34% were women, 35% were Hispanic ethnicity, 83% white, and 84% had a history of HTN. Patients were evaluated by paramedics a median of 23 (IQR 16, 39) minutes after last known well time (LKWT). At that time, the median GCS was 15 (IQR 15-15) and mean SBP/DBP was 177/95 (SD 34/22). Initial post-arrival brain imaging was performed a median of 94 (IQR 77, 117) min after LKWT. Post-arrival study GCS scores were obtained at a median of 108 (IQR 70, 144) min after LWKT. Early neurologic deterioration occurred in 37 (29%) patients. Among these patients, median first ED GCS was 3 (IQR 3-10). On first imaging, compared with neurologically stable patients, END patients had larger hematoma volume (33 cc v 16 cc, p<0.0001), and more frequent presence of intraventricular extension (45% v 20%, p=0.003), midline shift (58% v 22%), substantial edema (54% v 26%, p=0.038), heterogeneous density (50% v 22%, p=0.006), multilobulated appearance (44% v 18%, p=0.002), and irregular border (39% v 14%, p=0.010). Leukoaraiosis and cortical v subcortical location did not affect rates of END. In multivariate analysis, hematoma volume and presence of IVH were imaging findings independently associated with early neurologic deterioration. Conclusions: About 3 in 10 patients with hyperacute ICH neurologically deteriorate during the prehospital and early emergency department course, often before neuroimaging is obtained. Patients with early neurologic deterioration have larger hematoma volume and occurrence of IVH on initial imaging. These findings suggest hematoma expansion prior to ED arrival drives early neurologic deterioration in ICH and emphasize the need for prehospital interventions.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yong Soo Kim ◽  
Han-Gil Jeong ◽  
Hee-Yun Chae ◽  
Beom Joon Kim ◽  
Jihoon Kang ◽  
...  

AbstractLow hemoglobin levels are known to be associated with hematoma expansion (HE) and poor functional outcome in patients with intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH). However, it is not yet known whether low hemoglobin itself causes HE directly or is merely a confounder. Thus, we investigated the mediation effect of the mean Hounsfield unit (HU) of hematoma on the relationship between low hemoglobin and expansion of ICH. Overall, 232 consecutive patients with ICH who underwent non-contrast computed tomography (NCCT) within 12 h since onset were included. The mean HU and hematoma volume on NCCT were investigated using semi-automated planimetry. HE was defined as an increase in hematoma volume > 33% or 6 mL. The respective associations among the hemoglobin level, mean HU, and HE were analyzed using multivariable regression analysis, adjusting for age, sex, and known HE predictors. Mediation analysis was performed to examine the potential causal association among the three. HE occurred in 34.5% of patients; hemoglobin levels were inversely associated with HE occurrence (adjusted odds ratio, 0.90; p = 0.03). The mean HU of the hematoma was lower in patients with HE than in patients without HE (58.5 ± 3.3 vs. 56.8 ± 3.0; p < 0.01). Hemoglobin levels on admission were linearly related to the mean HU (adjusted β, 0.33; p < 0.01) after adjusting for known HE predictors (time from onset to CT, antithrombotic use, hematoma volume). Causal mediation analysis showed a significant mediation effect of the mean HU on the association between hemoglobin levels and HE (p = 0.04). The proportion of indirect effect through the mean HU among the total effect was 19% (p = 0.05). The mediation effect became nonsignificant in the when the multivariable model was adjusted with additional covariates (baseline systolic blood pressure and hematoma location). The mean HU of the hematoma mediated the association between hemoglobin levels and HE occurrence. Therefore, the mean HU of the hematoma may be a potential marker of impaired hemostasis in patients with ICH.


Neurosurgery ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 84 (6) ◽  
pp. 1269-1279 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lovisa Tobieson ◽  
Sandro Rossitti ◽  
Peter Zsigmond ◽  
Jan Hillman ◽  
Niklas Marklund

Stroke ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 47 (suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Vela-Duarte ◽  
Ramnath Santosh Ramanathan ◽  
Atif Zafar ◽  
Ather Taqui ◽  
Stacey Winners ◽  
...  

Introduction: The mobile stroke unit (MSTU) is an on-site pre-hospital treatment team that incorporates laboratory and CT scanner and reduces times to treatment for ischemic stroke thrombolysis. The impact of MSTU on treatment and outcomes of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) remains unknown. We report our initial experience with ICH encountered on MSTU. Hypothesis: ICH can be quickly identified using MSTU. Hypertension and coagulopathy are common in ICH evaluated on MSTU. Methods: We identified ICH cases from the prospectively collected database encounters. Demographics, clinical features, MSTU imaging and repeat imaging characteristics were reviewed. Initial and follow-up hematoma volume was calculated by the ABC/2 method. Results: Of 295 encounters on MSTU from July 2014 to July 2015, 20 (6.7%) had intracranial hemorrhage, which comprised of 17 intracerebral, 1 subarachnoid and 2 subdural hemorrhages. Median time to CT diagnosis of ICH from emergency medical dispatch was 31 minutes (interquartile range (IQR) 28-36) and that from last known well was 118 minutes (IQR 39-301). Of the 17 ICH patients, 15 (88%) were hypertensive, with a mean systolic blood pressure of 178.1 and diastolic 91.0 mm Hg. Five (29.4%) individuals were found with INR>1.4, 1 of whom received 4-factor prothrombin complex concentrate. Median NIH Stroke Scale was 11 (IQR 7.5-14.5), and median hematoma volume was 10.7 cc (IQR 4.3-30.8). One patient had significant hematoma expansion as defined by >6 cc or 33% relative volume increase. Conclusions: Over 5% of the cases evaluated in the unit presented with ICH, most of whom were hypertensive and had small hematoma volume. MSTU enables early diagnosis of ICH after activation of emergency system, can provide early treatment, and appropriate triage.


Stroke ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 44 (suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
TETSUYA MIYAGI ◽  
Masatoshi Koga ◽  
Hiroshi Yamagami ◽  
Satoshi Okuda ◽  
Yasushi Okada ◽  
...  

Background and Purpose: The association between chronic kidney disease and clinical outcomes in acute intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) remains uncertain. We aimed to assess associations of renal dysfunction and outcomes in acute ICH patients treated with intensive BP lowering. Methods: The SAMURAI-ICH study was a prospective, multicenter, observational study. A total of 211 patients with acute supratentorial ICH were recruited. BP was targeted between 120 mmHg and 160 mmHg during initial 24 h using intravenous nicardipine. Glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) was calculated using admission serum creatinine. After 23 patients on maintenance hemodialysis were excluded, the remaining 188 were divided into 3 groups as follows: Group 1, eGFR of <60; Group 2, 60 to 75; and Group 3, ≥75 mL/min/1.73m 2 . Clinical outcomes were hematoma expansion of ≥33% at 24 h, neurological deterioration within 72 h (GCS decrement ≥2 points or NIHSS increment ≥4 points), and favorable (modified Rankin Scale [mRS] ≤2) and unfavorable (mRS ≥5) outcomes at 3 months. Results: Of 188 patients, 35 (18 women) were allocated to Group 1, 58 (20) to Group 2, and 95 (33) to Group 3. Significant differences among 3 groups were found in age (73.1±13.6, 63.3±13.2, 63.8±9.8 yo; p <0.001) and initial systolic BP (208.9±18.1, 201.2±15.6, 200.2±14.8 mmHg; p=0.018). Initial hematoma volume (14.9±11.9, 15.5±14.9, 14.3±12.3 mL) and initial median NIHSS score (14, 11, 13) were similar among 3 groups. For outcomes, significant differences among 3 groups were found in favorable outcome (17.7%, 51.7%, 41.3%; p=0.004) and unfavorable outcome (22.9%, 10.3%, 5.3%; p=0.021), but not in hematoma expansion (17.1%, 10.3%, 22.1%) and neurological deterioration (11.4%, 8.6%, 7.4%). After adjustment with initial hematoma volume, initial systolic BP and initial NIHSS score, eGFR <60 ml/min/1.73m 2 was inversely associated with favorable outcome (OR 0.20, 95% CI 0.07-0.54) and positively associated with unfavorable outcome (4.27, 1.36-13.53). Conclusions: Although decreased eGFR on admission was not associated with initial hematoma volume or initial NIHSS score, it was associated with poor outcomes at 3 months of ICH onset.


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