What is the impact of acute blood pressure variability on ischemic stroke outcome?
According to a study published in Neurology in 2006, acute blood pressure variability can have a significant impact on ischemic stroke outcome. The study found that acute hypertension increases the risk of poor outcome, while acute hypotension increases the risk of death in acute ischemic stroke patients. Other studies have also indicated that the use of antihypertensive medications in the early stages of an ischemic stroke can offer benefits in terms of reducing the risk of long-term disability and mortality. Finally, the use of nimodipine in very early stages of ischemic stroke can also show some benefit in terms of reducing the risk of long-term complications.  