Table 1 Routine examinations and demographic information
Routine examinations | Demographics |
|---|---|
Blood samples Chest x-ray Magnetic resonance imaging of the brain Carotid ultrasound Computerized tomography (CT) angiography or MRI time of flight (TOF) of the brain to screen for intracranial stenosis Electrocardiogram (ECG) Holter monitoring for 72 h Transthoracical ecocardiography (TTE) in patients < 65 years | Medical history Prior and concurrent medication Smoking status (former, active never smoker) Alcohol consumption (weekly), Pre-morbid modified Rankin Score Education level, Pre-morbid walking status, Pre-morbid living arrangements Marital status, Stroke severity Active hand movement at stroke onset Ability to walk unassisted at stroke onset Administration of thrombolysis (IVT) or reperfusion therapy (EVT) prior to inclusion |