Childhood hemorrhagic stroke: an important but understudied problem

J Child Neurol. 2011 Sep;26(9):1174-85. doi: 10.1177/0883073811408424. Epub 2011 Jun 1.

Abstract

Hemorrhagic stroke in children occurs more frequently than is commonly appreciated. There are important differences in the factors associated with hemorrhagic stroke in children when compared with adults. These differences likely play a role in the different outcomes, which tend to worsen with age. In this review, we describe the estimated frequency, clinical presentation, acute management of hemorrhagic stroke, and an overview of rehabilitation techniques. We identify key topics for future basic and clinical research. Findings from future studies will help improve our ability to optimize treatment for and long-term rehabilitation of these patients.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Cognition Disorders / etiology
  • Epilepsy / etiology
  • Humans
  • Intracranial Hemorrhages / complications*
  • Intracranial Hemorrhages / diagnostic imaging
  • Movement Disorders / etiology
  • Restraint, Physical / methods
  • Risk Factors
  • Stroke / complications
  • Stroke / diagnosis
  • Stroke / etiology*
  • Stroke Rehabilitation*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods
  • Treatment Outcome