Stroke & Paralysis Treatment in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

Types of stroke

• Ischaemic stroke: a clot blocks a blood vessel in the brain. This is the most common type.
• Haemorrhagic stroke: a blood vessel bursts and bleeds into the brain. See brain haemorrhage.
• TIA (mini-stroke): symptoms that go away within minutes or hours. It is a warning sign and still needs urgent assessment.

What happens at Apex

1. Rapid assessment in the emergency department and a note of when symptoms started.
2. Brain scan to tell whether the stroke is from a clot or bleeding. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: CT scan on site or immediate tie-up]
3. Treatment based on the type of stroke, with blood pressure, sugar and oxygen control.
4. Monitoring in the ICU for patients who need it.
5. Early swallowing checks, prevention of complications and start of rehabilitation.

Clot-dissolving treatment for stroke

For some strokes caused by a clot, a clot-dissolving medicine (thrombolysis) can improve recovery if given within a few hours of symptoms starting, usually up to 4.5 hours, after a brain scan confirms there is no bleeding. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: whether Apex gives stroke thrombolysis. If not, replace with ‘the team arranges urgent transfer to a stroke centre’] Some patients may benefit from a procedure to remove the clot, which is done at specialised centres. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: referral pathway for thrombectomy]

Treatment for bleeding strokes

Bleeding strokes are treated by controlling blood pressure, reversing blood thinners and close monitoring. Some patients need surgery by our neurosurgeons to relieve pressure on the brain.

Recovery and rehabilitation

Recovery is often fastest in the first weeks and months. Physiotherapy, help with speech and swallowing, and support for daily activities help patients regain independence. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: physiotherapy and speech therapy available]

Preventing another stroke

• Control blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol
• Take blood thinners or other medicines exactly as prescribed
• Stop smoking and limit alcohol
• Stay active and eat a healthy diet
• Get irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) checked. A Holter test may help

Our neurology team

Stroke care at Apex is supported by Apex Hospital’s medical team, including:

• Vriti Shah, MD, DM (Neurology) [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: confirm degrees]
• Ram Bhagyawant, MD, DM (Neurology) [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: confirm degrees]

Meet the team on our doctors page.

Stroke treatment in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

In stroke, reaching a nearby hospital with neurologists, neurosurgeons and ICU quickly can change the outcome. Apex Multispeciality Hospital is in Sector 19, Kopar Khairane, near MSEB, and serves patients from Kopar Khairane, Ghansoli, Vashi and nearby parts of Navi Mumbai. Get directions.

Frequently asked questions

What are the first signs of a stroke?

Sudden face drooping, weakness of an arm or leg, slurred or confused speech, loss of balance or sudden loss of vision. Use FAST and get help immediately.

How quickly must a stroke be treated?

As fast as possible. Some treatments work only within a few hours of symptoms starting, so note the time symptoms began and come to hospital immediately.

Is paralysis after a stroke permanent?

Not always. Many people recover some or much of their strength with treatment and rehabilitation, especially in the first months.

What is a mini-stroke (TIA)?

A TIA causes stroke symptoms that go away on their own. It is a warning of a possible stroke and needs urgent assessment.

Does Apex Hospital treat stroke 24/7?

Yes. Stroke patients are assessed and treated 24/7 in the emergency department, with ICU support.

Sources

• NHS: Stroke