2023-04-18 10:00:00
The cerebrovascular accident (CVA) thatsuffered Denis Coderre last week is unfortunately not an exceptional case: stroke is the third leading cause of death in the country.
Each year, 62,000 strokes occur in Canada and approximately 13,000 people die. About 878,500 Canadian adults aged 20 or older have had a stroke, as many men as women. However, the chances of survival and recovery increase considerably if the stroke is taken care of quickly.
A stroke is serious because the obstruction of blood flow in the brain leads to the death of brain cells (about 1.9 million per minute). During the first hours, drugs can be administered to neutralize or reduce the sequelae of a stroke. New data show that adequate medication may be effective up to 4.5 hours after a stroke.
Emergency protocol triggered
The purpose of the emergency services (first responders, paramedics) is to make an initial diagnosis in a person suffering from a stroke. They also notify the hospital of the patient’s condition.
Medical imaging examination
Shortly after arrival at the hospital, an imaging test is done to determine the type of stroke (blood clot or ruptured artery). This examination is also used to locate the stroke.
Intervention chirurgicale
In the case of a severe hemorrhagic stroke, surgery may be required, either
to control bleeding in the brain, repair the damaged artery or reduce intracranial pressure.
Hospitalisation
Two-thirds of people who have had a stroke need to stay for a hospital stay. Recovery is unique from one individual to another. Different analyses, interventions and a rehabilitation process may be necessary for the recovery to be optimal. Denis Coderre has been staying at the Jewish General Hospital since Sunday.
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