Predicting independent survival after stroke: a European study for the development and validation of standardised stroke scales and prediction models of outcome

Conclusions Living alone before the stroke was not significantly associated with independent survival after the stroke. Five variables (excluding living alone, from the SSV) provided good prediction for all populations and subgroups. Further external validation for our estimates is recommended before utilisation of the model in practice and research.

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Source: Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry - February 15, 2013 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Ayis, S. A., Coker, B., Rudd, A. G., Dennis, M. S., Wolfe, C. D. A. Tags: Coma and raised intracranial pressure, Stroke Cerebrovascular disease Source Type: research