CURRENT NEUROVASCULAR RESEARCH
Scope & Guideline
Innovating Understanding in Neurovascular Dynamics
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Neurovascular Pathophysiology:
Investigating the mechanisms underlying neurovascular diseases, including ischemic stroke, hemorrhagic stroke, and neurodegenerative disorders. This includes understanding the cellular and molecular pathways involved in neuronal injury and recovery. - Clinical Neurology and Interventions:
Exploring clinical outcomes and efficacy of various interventions, such as endovascular treatments, thrombolysis, and rehabilitation strategies in patients with acute neurovascular events. - Emerging Therapeutic Approaches:
Focusing on novel therapeutic strategies, including pharmacological treatments, stem cell therapies, and alternative medicine approaches like acupuncture in managing neurovascular conditions. - Predictive Models and Biomarkers:
Developing nomograms and predictive models for assessing patient outcomes, identifying biomarkers associated with prognosis, and understanding risk factors for neurovascular diseases. - Neuroimaging and Diagnostic Techniques:
Utilizing advanced imaging techniques for better diagnosis and understanding of cerebral conditions, including MRI, CT perfusion, and diffusion-weighted imaging.
Trending and Emerging
- Neuroinflammation and Immune Response:
An increasing number of studies are focusing on the role of neuroinflammation in neurovascular diseases, exploring mechanisms by which immune responses contribute to pathology and recovery. - Circadian Rhythms and Neurological Outcomes:
Research exploring the impact of circadian rhythms on neurovascular health and recovery is gaining traction, indicating a growing recognition of the importance of biological timing in patient outcomes. - Personalized and Targeted Therapies:
There is a notable trend towards personalized medicine approaches, utilizing genetic and metabolic profiles to guide treatment strategies in conditions like multiple sclerosis and stroke. - Gut-Brain Axis and Microbiota Influence:
Emerging studies are investigating the relationship between gut microbiota and neurovascular health, highlighting the potential role of the microbiome in influencing neurological diseases. - Innovative Rehabilitation Techniques:
Research into novel rehabilitation techniques, including the use of electroacupuncture and functional electrical stimulation, is on the rise, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive recovery strategies post-stroke.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Pharmacological Approaches:
Research focusing solely on traditional pharmacological treatments for neurovascular diseases has seen a decrease, likely due to the increasing interest in personalized medicine and combination therapies that integrate multiple treatment modalities. - Basic Science Studies in Isolation:
There is a noticeable decline in studies that focus purely on basic science without translational or clinical implications. This shift emphasizes the journal's growing focus on research that bridges basic science with clinical outcomes. - Single-Factor Risk Assessments:
Publications dedicated to single-factor assessments of stroke risk or outcomes are becoming less common, reflecting a trend towards more comprehensive, multi-factorial analyses that consider a broader range of influences on neurovascular health.
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