Stroke Unit

Stroke, a sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain, is a severe medical condition requiring immediate intervention. A Life Healthcare Group Stroke Unit is dedicated to saving lives and improving the quality of life for stroke patients by offering the most advanced diagnostic and treatment methods.

A stroke is a form of brain damage that occurs when blood vessels in the brain become blocked or rupture. When blood flow to the brain is interrupted, brain cells are deprived of oxygen and nutrients and quickly begin to die. A stroke manifests with symptoms such as sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body, speech difficulties, vision loss, dizziness, and severe headache.

• Emergency Stroke Intervention: When stroke symptoms appear, time is critical. Our unit provides fast and effective intervention for stroke patients with 24/7 emergency services.

• Advanced Imaging Techniques: Advanced imaging techniques are used to determine the cause of the stroke and the extent of the damage. These techniques include:

  • Computed Tomography (CT)

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

  • Angiography

  • Doppler Ultrasonography

• Medication Therapy: Depending on the type and cause of the stroke, medications are used to dissolve blood clots, reduce brain swelling, and decrease the risk of recurrence.

• Endovascular Treatment: For some types of stroke, endovascular treatment (intravascular intervention) is performed to open blocked vessels or stop brain hemorrhages.

• Surgical Intervention: In some cases, surgical intervention may be required to stop brain hemorrhages or reduce pressure in the brain.

• Rehabilitation: A comprehensive rehabilitation program is offered to improve physical, cognitive, and speech functions after a stroke. This program includes:

  • Physiotherapy

  • Occupational Therapy

  • Speech Therapy

  • Psychological Support

• Stroke Prevention: Counseling services are provided on lifestyle changes and medication therapy to reduce the risk of stroke.

• Experienced and Expert Team: Our unit is staffed by neurologists, brain and nerve surgeons, cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals specialized in stroke treatment.

• Multidisciplinary Approach: Stroke patients receive coordinated treatment from a team comprised of various specialized fields.

• Advanced Technology: Our unit is equipped with the latest technological devices and methods for stroke diagnosis and treatment.

• Fast and Effective Intervention: Time is critical in stroke cases. A Life Stroke Unit provides fast and effective intervention for patients with 24/7 emergency services.

• Personalized Treatment: Each patient's needs are unique. Our unit creates individualized treatment plans for every patient.

• Comprehensive Rehabilitation: A comprehensive rehabilitation program is offered to improve quality of life after a stroke.

• Patient and Family-Centered Approach: We strive to support our patients and their families and keep them informed throughout the treatment process.

• Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body
• Difficulty speaking or understanding speech
• Loss of vision or blurred vision
• Dizziness or loss of balance
• Severe headache

• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Diabetes
• Smoking
• Obesity
• Heart disease
• Family history of stroke
• Age (over 55 years)
• Gender (more common in men)
• Race (more common in African Americans and Hispanics)

• Eat a healthy diet.
• Exercise regularly.
• Quit smoking.
• Limit alcohol consumption.
• Keep your blood pressure under control.
• Monitor your cholesterol levels.
• Manage your diabetes.
• Have regular check-ups with your doctor.