Correlation between neuroimaging, neurological deficits, and neurotrophic proteins in predicting rehabilitation potential in ischemic stroke patients

These findings substantiate the clinical utility of NGF and BDNF as biomarkers for early outcome prediction and functional prognosis in acute IS. By establishing a measurable link between neurotrophic factor levels and structural-functional recovery indices, this study provides a scientific basis for incorporating serum biomarkers into stroke rehabilitation protocols.