Diagnosis of ischemic stroke

Strokes occur when there is disruption to the blood supply to a part of the brain. The type of stroke occurring is traditionally diagnosed by imaging of the brain by computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Commonly strokes occur following a blockage in an artery (ischemic stroke) or bleeding in or around the brain (hemorrhagic stroke). Speed of treatment has been demonstrated to be a key contributor to improved recovery. It is thus important to quickly diagnose the type of stroke occurring, to enable appropriate treatment to be initiated as fast as possible. Around 87% of all strokes are ischemic strokes.

We welcome submissions of primary research with a focus on ischemic stroke diagnosis. We encourage submission of manuscripts describing the early detection, prediction or monitoring of ischemic stroke. This includes studies evaluating biomarkers in body fluids, wearables, and imaging methods. We are particularly interested in submissions that cover approaches that can be used in healthcare settings with limited resources. In addition to primary research, we welcome submissions of other article types, such as Reviews, Perspectives, and Comments that provide significant insights into the topic. All submissions will be subject to the same review process and editorial standards as regular Communications Medicine Articles.