Hypoxia after stroke: a review of experimental and clinical evidence
ConclusionWhilst evidence for the use of supplemental oxygen therapy is currently lacking, it is vital to rapidly identify and treat all causes of hypoxia in the acute stroke patient, as a failure to will lead to poorer clinical outcomes. The full results of a large randomised trial looking at the use of supplemental oxygen therapy are currently pending.
Source: Experimental and Translational Stroke Medicine - Category: Neurology Source Type: research
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