Key result
Abdominal obesity (waist-to-hip ratio ≥ median) was independently associated with an increased risk of first ischemic stroke compared to lower ratios (OR 3.0; 95% CI 2.1-4.2).
Why the study?
Does abdominal obesity increase the risk of ischemic stroke in a multiethnic community?
Case-Control (n=1,718)
No
Does abdominal obesity increase the risk of ischemic stroke in a multiethnic community?
Effect estimate: OR 3.0 (95% CI 2.1 to 4.2)
Abdominal obesity is a potent, independent risk factor for ischemic stroke across multiple race-ethnic groups, with a stronger effect observed in younger individuals.
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Association in case-control data supports further study across ethnic groups; leaves open causality and prevention impact.
Suk et al. (2003) conducted a case-control in Ischemic Stroke (n=1,718). Abdominal obesity (waist-to-hip ratio) vs. Lower waist-to-hip ratio was evaluated on First ischemic stroke (OR 3.0, 95% CI 2.1 to 4.2). Abdominal obesity (waist-to-hip ratio ≥ median) was independently associated with an increased risk of first ischemic stroke compared to lower ratios (OR 3.0; 95% CI 2.1-4.2).
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