Anti-inflammatory role of colchicine in the prevention of ischemic stroke
Inflammation is associated with the occurrence and recurrence of ischemic stroke,and patients with coronary artery disease who receive colchicine treatment have a lower incidence of vascular events.However,the efficacy and safety of anti-inflammatory therapy with colchicine in preventing recurrent stroke is unclear.This article reviews the relevant mechanisms of action of colchicine and its role in the prevention of ischemic stroke,aiming to provide reference for the secondary prevention of ischemic stroke.