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Predictive Value of Pediatric Stroke Diagnoses in Administrative Data: A Systematic Literature Review
Conclusion Caution is recommended in the use and interpretation of non-validated administrative data for pediatric stroke. Data on the PPV and sensitivity of pediatric stroke diagnoses in administrative data remain limited and are only available from high-income countri es.
Source: Neuroepidemiology - November 1, 2022 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research

Evaluation of Occupational Exposure Limits for Heat Stress in Outdoor Workers - United States, 2011-2016.
Abstract Heat stress, an environmental and occupational hazard, is associated with a spectrum of heat-related illnesses, including heat stroke, which can lead to death. CDC's National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) publishes recommended occupational exposure limits for heat stress (1). These limits, which are consistent with those of the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) (2), specify the maximum combination of environmental heat (measured as wet bulb globe temperature [WBGT]) and metabolic heat (i.e., workload) to which workers should be exposed. Exposure limit...
Source: MMWR Morb Mortal Wkl... - July 6, 2018 Category: Epidemiology Authors: Tustin AW, Lamson GE, Jacklitsch BL, Thomas RJ, Arbury SB, Cannon DL, Gonzales RG, Hodgson MJ Tags: MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep Source Type: research

Direct comparative effectiveness and safety between non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants for stroke prevention in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies
In this study, apixaban was found to have the most favorable safety profile amongst the three NOACs. No significant difference was observed in risk of stroke or systemic embolism be tween the NOACs. Such findings may provide some decision-making support for physicians regarding their choices amongst NOACs in patients with AF.Registration PROSPERO (identifier: CRD42016052908).
Source: European Journal of Epidemiology - June 8, 2018 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research

Joint 7th Annual Scientific Session of the Stroke Prevention and Control Society and Chinese Preventive Medicine Association (SPCS, CPMA) and 6th International Conference on Neurology and Epidemiology (ICNE). Xiamen, China, December 1-3, 2017: A Selection of Abstracts
Neuroepidemiology 2017;49:189-197
Source: Neuroepidemiology - November 29, 2017 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research

Comparison of treatment effect estimates of non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants versus warfarin between observational studies using propensity score methods and randomized controlled trials
In this study, treatment effect estimates of NOACs versus warfarin in patients with non-valvular AF from PS studies are found to be in agreement with those from RCTs.
Source: European Journal of Epidemiology - June 30, 2016 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research

Stroke Knowledge in Spanish-Speaking Populations
Background: Spanish is the second most-spoken language in the world. Spanish-speaking populations (SSP) have heterogeneous cultural backgrounds, racial and ethnical origins, economic status, and access to health care systems. There are no published reviews about stroke knowledge in SSP. We reviewed the existing literature addressing stroke knowledge among SSP and propose here some future directions for research. Summary: We identified 18 suitable studies by searching PubMed, Lilacs, Scopus, Embase, Cochrane and Scielo databases, and by looking at reference lists of eligible articles. We also included 2 conference abstracts...
Source: Neuroepidemiology - April 8, 2015 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research