Key result
Stroke is a major health burden in Thailand with an estimated prevalence of 1.88% among adults 45 years and older, and ischemic stroke being the most common type.
Population
Thai population, including adults 45 years and older and stroke patients
Design
Review
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Stroke burden data support targeted prevention in Thailand; leaves open optimal acute care strategies.
Stroke remains a major and growing health burden in Thailand, necessitating improved risk factor control and expanded access to acute stroke care such as stroke units and thrombolysis.
Nijasri C. Suwanwela (2014) conducted a review in Stroke. Stroke is a major health burden in Thailand with an estimated prevalence of 1.88% among adults 45 years and older, and ischemic stroke being the most common type.
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