History of Stroke Imaging

https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-0365-2313-2-11

Abstract

This chapter summarizes the history of cerebrovascular brain imaging from its early roots (clinical anatomy) in the 17th century to the first successful technological steps and the application of various brain and vessel imaging procedures in the last two centuries. Today, cerebrovascular ultrasound, cranial computed tomography and magnetic resonance brain imaging all contribute to our current diagnostic management for the best early stroke treatment in the acute phase with high-technology expertise.

Table of Contents: History of Stroke

History of Stroke Imaging

Table of Contents: History of Stroke

The Discovery of Encephalic Arteries—A Historical Overview

The Evolving Concepts of Apoplexy and Brain Softening

Introduction to the Terms Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Embolism

The Turning Point in Stroke Investigation for Neurologists

Stroke and the Arts

The Interest in the Pathology and Pathophysiology of Vascular Lesions

History of Cardiac Embolism

History of “Lacunar Infarction”

History of Vascular Cognitive Impairment and Dementia

Progress in Diagnosis and Treatment: The Last 50 Years of Stroke Prevention

Stroke Units, Stroke Registries and Acute Management (R)evolutions

From Thrombolysis, to Thrombectomy in Acute Ischemic Stroke

The History of Clinical Neuroprotection Failure

Stroke Rehabilitation from a Historical Perspective