Study Reveals Crucial Heart Marker Linked to Ischemic Stroke and Dementia Risk

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00:00Study reveals, crucial heart marker linked to ischemic stroke and dementia risk.

00:06Researchers at the University of Minnesota found that reduced stretchability of the left atrium

00:10is the strongest predictor of ischemic stroke and dementia risk,

00:14offering a potential tool for earlier intervention and treatment.

00:21Professor Lin-Yi Chen of the U of M Medical School says their research improves stroke

00:26and dementia risk prediction by identifying high-risk patients needing closer monitoring.

00:31The eight-year study tracked 4,700 older adults evaluating left atrial heart function

00:38to find the strongest predictors.

00:40The study found that the left atrium's ability to stretch and the NT-proBNP blood marker

00:46improved stroke and dementia risk prediction.

00:50Dr. Chen plans further research to see if blood thinners can reduce risk

00:53in people with left atrial myopathy.

00:56This study could change how doctors assess stroke and dementia risk,

01:03focusing on the heart's ability to stretch.

01:06Early detection may lead to new screening tools,

01:09offering older adults better chances of staying healthy longer.

01:13The University of Minnesota's research offers hope for reducing stroke and dementia risks

01:17in older adults by identifying a key heart marker.

01:21Future studies could lead to improved early detection and prevention tools,

01:25marking a significant step in heart and brain health.