Long-term dual antiplatelet therapy has not been rigorously assessed in patients with specific ischemic stroke subtypes other than that associated with atrial fibrillation (JW Neurol Aug 11 2009).

Overall, 434 individuals were identified as having strokes during the follow-up period: 146 thrombotic, 102 cardioembolic, and 95 lacunar subtypes. Dental flossing was associated with a significantly ...