Concurrent cardiocerebral infarction in the emergency department: A case series from a tertiary care centre in South India

This study investigates the outcomes of patients presenting with concurrent cardiocerebral infarction (CCI) in a South Indian emergency department, aiming to understand the impact of delayed presentation and treatment eligibility on in-hospital mortality. The authors found a high mortality rate of 73% among the 11 patients studied, with most presenting beyond established therapeutic windows for both acute ischemic stroke and acute myocardial infarction. The findings highlight the need for early recognition and coordinated management strategies to improve outcomes in this complex condition.