Stroke treatment guidelines issued by the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association strongly endorse T.P.A. But in most stroke patients it prevents brain injury, and in any event, rates of cerebral hemorrhage have declined as doctors have gained experience over the years. PhotoAnd 11 other studies did not show a benefit, Dr. Hoffman claims. A charismatic, riveting speaker, Dr. Hoffman has given educational courses across the country and sold informational tapes expounding his theory. About half of his stroke patients decline the treatment, Dr. Bisheff said.

Source: New York Times March 26, 2018 18:11 UTC