Cardiogenic Stroke: Bridging the Gap Between Cardiology and Neurology

Cardiogenic stroke is primarily caused by emboli, which originates in the heart. This process is the connectionbetween cardiac and neurological health. It leads to a critical subset of ischemic stroke. This review aims toelucidate the mechanisms, risk factors, diagnostic strategies, and multidisciplinary management of cardiogenicstroke and also the necessity for integrated care between cardiology and neurology. According to the findingsobtained from the analysis of literature, several primary mechanisms are presented which include atrial fibrillation,valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathy, myocardial infarction, and patent foramen ovale In addition there are alsorisk factors like hypertension, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, smoking, age and obesity. Fundamentaldiagnostic approaches including neurological examinations, neuroimaging, cardiovascular monitoring,echocardiography, and laboratory investigations require more attention. The analysis of the literature shows thatthe most efficient strategy in the management of cardiogenic stroke is multifactorial, including acute measuressuch as thrombolysis and endovascular therapy, chronic anticoagulation, surgeries, and secondary prevention. Thisintegrated approach between cardiology and neurology is vital in the improvement of diagnosis, short-term andlong-term management as well as prevention. It is crucial to utilize enhanced interdisciplinary cooperation fordeveloping therapeutic interventions, reducing the burden of cardiogenic stroke, and improving patients’outcomes.

Keywords:

Cardiogenic Stroke , Atrial Fibrillation , Valvular Heart Disease , Patent Foramen Ovale , Ischemic Stroke , Embolism , Anticoagulation , Interdisciplinary Collaboration