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Pol. Arch. Med. Wewn. · Feb 2024
Possible association of beta-blockers use with risk of intracranial aneurysm rupture.
Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage is a devastating type of stroke, associated with high mortality and morbidity. One of modifiable risk factors of aneurysm rupture is hypertension, however, it is still not clear whether any particular antihypertensive drugs play a significant role in the prevention of aneurysm rupture. ⋯ Aneurysm located in the anterior cerebral circulation might be less likely to rupture if patients receive β‑blockers or statins.