Results for tag: "Stroke"

Stroke is a medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, resulting in the death of brain cells. It is the leading cause of disability and the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. Cardiology is the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the heart and blood vessels. Stroke is a major focus of cardiology, as it is a major cause of death and disability. Stroke is a major focus of cardiology research, with a variety of treatments and therapies being developed to reduce the risk of stroke and improve outcomes for those who have suffered a stroke. There are a number of companies that are involved in the development and delivery of stroke treatments and therapies, including pharmaceutical companies, medical device companies, and biotechnology companies. Examples of companies in the stroke market include AbbVie, AstraZeneca, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Eli Lilly, GlaxoSmithKline, Merck, Novartis, Pfizer, and Sanofi. Show Less Read more