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Does the management of ten major modifiable risk factors prevent stroke globally?
Does the management of ten major modifiable risk factors prevent stroke globally?
This review summarizes the epidemiological evidence supporting the management of ten major modifiable risk factors to prevent stroke globally.
Supports emphasis on ten modifiable risk factors for stroke prevention; extends epidemiological reviews but leaves optimal global strategies open.
This paper reviews how epidemiological studies during the last 5 years have advanced our knowledge in addressing the global stroke epidemic. The specific objectives were to review the current evidence supporting management of ten major modifiable risk factors for prevention of stroke: hypertension, current smoking, diabetes, obesity, poor diet, physical inactivity, atrial fibrillation, excessive alcohol consumption, abnormal lipid profile and psychosocial stress/depression.
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