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To assess the burden of stroke and its implications on public health in the 21st century.

Stroke in the21stCentury: A Snapshot of the Burden, Epidemiology, and Quality of Life

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To assess the burden of stroke and its implications on public health in the 21st century.
Overview of stroke incidence and outcomes through current literature
Analysis of mortality and morbidity statistics
Discussion of demographic impacts on stroke prevalence in developing countries.
Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally, accounting for approximately 5.5 million deaths per year.
About 50% of stroke survivors face chronic disabilities, affecting their quality of life.
The public health impact of stroke is expected to increase due to demographic transitions in populations.

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Overview reveals rising stroke burden and public health challenges in developing countries, highlighting urgency.

Eric S. Donkor (2018) studied this question.

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