Stroke & Thrombolysis Treatment
Stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, leading to damage of brain cells. Timely treatment is critical, and thrombolysis is one of the most effective methods. Thrombolysis involves giving a clot-busting medicine through an IV within a specific time window (usually within 4.5 hours of stroke onset) to dissolve the clot and restore blood flow. At DoctorsVibe, emphasis is placed on recognizing early stroke symptoms, reaching the hospital quickly, and initiating treatment without delay, as every minute counts in saving brain function and improving survival rates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It is a treatment where a medicine is given to dissolve blood clots blocking blood flow in the brain.
Ideally within 4.5 hours of the first stroke symptoms for maximum effectiveness.
Sudden weakness, facial drooping, slurred speech, and loss of balance.
Yes, when given under medical supervision, though it carries a small risk of bleeding.
Not all. Doctors decide based on the patient’s medical history, timing, and test results.