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Scott Mayhugh Le

Assistant Professor of Neurology
Neurology, Stroke and Vascular Neurology
40 Medicine Circle, Ste 0109, Rm 0126, Durham, NC 27710

Selected Publications


Clinical Reasoning: A 38-Year-Old Woman Presenting With Acute Hyperkinetic Movements of Her Right Arm.

Journal Article Neurohospitalist · July 2024 We present a case report of a 38-year-old woman who presented to the hospital with acute onset high amplitude, non-rhythmic, hyperkinetic movements of the right upper extremity, abnormal sensation of the right upper extremity from the elbow to the hand, an ... Full text Link to item Cite

Cardioembolic stroke in the setting of diffuse caseous calcification of the anterolateral papillary muscle.

Journal Article BMJ Case Rep · November 17, 2023 A woman in her 70s was admitted for acute, painless vision loss in the left eye. Examination showed cherry red spot in the macula and plaque in the nasal vessels, consistent with central retinal artery occlusion. MRI orbits revealed multifocal subclinical ... Full text Link to item Cite

Abstract P180: Protocolized Selection for Telestroke Activation in The Extended Window for Thrombectomy

Conference Stroke · March 2021 Background: The advent of biomarker-driven identification of candidates for acute therapies in the 4.5-24-hour time window has resulted in an increase in the number of telestroke consults with low yie ... Full text Cite

Abstract P592: Admission Hyperglycemia is Associated With Subsequent Ischemic Stroke After Transient Ischemic Attack or Minor Stroke: A Secondary Analysis of the POINT Trial

Conference Stroke · March 2021 Introduction: Hyperglycemia is associated with increased lesion volume and worse functional outcome after acute ischemic stroke, however, it is not known whether it is associated with further cerebrov ... Full text Cite

Abstract P254: Decompressive Hemicraniectomy and Functional Outcomes After Malignant Cerebral Infarction: Real World Experience From a Comprehensive Stroke Center

Conference Stroke · March 2021 Background: Decompressive hemicraniectomy (DHC), performed in select patients with malignant infarction (MCI), reduces mortality. However, there is conflicting evidence surrounding the use of DHC in i ... Full text Cite

Abstract MP46: Internal Carotid Artery Web and Acute Ischemic Stroke - A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Conference Stroke · March 2021 Introduction: The carotid web is a compelling potential mechanism of embolic ischemic stroke. In this study, we perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the prevalence of ipsilesiona ... Full text Cite

Factors affecting time between symptom onset and emergency department arrival in stroke patients.

Journal Article eNeurologicalSci · December 2020 BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Delays in seeking care compromise diagnosis, treatment options, and outcomes in ischemic strokes. This study identified factors associated with time between stroke symptom onset and emergency department (ED) arrival at a private non ... Full text Link to item Cite