| Autor: |
Ndionuka, Ijeoma. B., Onwuekwe, Ikenna O., Ekenze, Oluchi S., Ezeala-Adikaibe, Birinus, Orah, Chidinma, Madu, Victor, Okereke, Chiamaka |
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Annals of Clinical & Biomedical Research; 2023, Vol. 4 Issue 2, p47-49, 3p |
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Stroke remains a major cause of morbidity, death, and disability around the world, especially in black Africans. Understanding the magnitude and appreciation of stroke risk in susceptible populations remains a key strategy in reducing stroke burden. This study compared 5-year stroke risk in an adult Enugu, South-East Nigeria adult population. A point cross-sectional survey assessing stroke risk in adults was conducted in October 2019 in the city of Enugu using the Stroke Riskometer app as part of the World Stroke Day commemoration. The data were analyzed, and ethical approval was obtained. The total number of participants in this survey was 117 traders in a market in the Enugu metropolis, Enugu State, Nigeria. More males, 63%, than females, 37%, participated in this study. The total mean age was 47.50 years, with a total mean 5-year stroke risk of 3.93. Stroke risk was higher in females 4.56 than in males 3.56. In 35% of the participants, elevated blood pressure was present, and 5% of the total population had elevated blood glucose. The World Stroke Organization's Stroke Riskometer app is a valuable tool for assessing stroke risks, especially in resource-poor settings. This app also serves as a costeffective method of conducting epidemiological research on stroke and other non-communicable diseases internationally. Hypertension remains the most common risk factor for stroke globally. Higher stroke risk in females is likely associated with higher mean age. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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