Trends in Acute Ischemic Stroke Hospitalizations in the United States [Stroke]

Conclusions Although overall stroke hospitalizations declined in the United States, the reduction was more pronounced among older individuals, women, Hispanics, and whites. Renewed efforts at targeting risk factor control among vulnerable individuals may be warranted.

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Source: JAHA:Journal of the American Heart Association - May 10, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Ramirez, L., Kim-Tenser, M. A., Sanossian, N., Cen, S., Wen, G., He, S., Mack, W. J., Towfighi, A. Tags: Cardiovascular Disease, Cerebrovascular Disease/Stroke, Ischemic Stroke Source Type: research