Ethnic and Geographical Differences in Ischaemic Stroke Among Young Adults

Title:Ethnic and Geographical Differences in Ischaemic Stroke Among Young Adults

Volume: 15 Issue: 5

Author(s): Nilufer Yesilot*, Jukka Putaala, Sara Zarko Bahar and Turgut Tatlısumak

Affiliation:

• Istanbul Tıp Fakultesi, Nöroloji AD, Capa, Fatih, Istanbul,Turkey

Keywords: Adult, ethnic groups, aetiology, epidemiology, geographic factors, middle aged, mortality, outcome studies, risk factors, stroke, young adult.

Abstract: Background: Ischaemic stroke in young adults encompasses approximately 5 - 15% of all ischaemic strokes, depending on the selected upper age limit. The key features of the disease, including incidence, risk factors, underlying causes, mortality, outcomes, as well as long-term risks of recurrent events are different from those for elderly patients. There is also evidence indicating that these characteristics may differ ethnically and geographically. It is clinically important to recognize such differences not only for correct diagnosis and treatment, but also for introducing accurate preventive measures. Ethnic differences may stem from several factors, including genetic influence, and necessitate different approaches, such as personalized diagnostic work-up based on patient characteristics.

Cite this article as:

Yesilot Nilufer*, Putaala Jukka, Bahar Zarko Sara and Tatlısumak Turgut, Ethnic and Geographical Differences in Ischaemic Stroke Among Young Adults, Current Vascular Pharmacology 2017; 15(5) . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1570161115666170202161719