Raissa Silva Frota et al. Mauro de Deus Passos Simone Nascimento dos Santos Luciano Moreira Alves … Dilson Palhares Ferreira Lilian Silva França
Introduction
Globally, strokes are the second leading cause of mortality,, and are broadly categorized into hemorrhagic and ischemic types., In 2019, ischemic stroke accounted for 62.4% of all cases, totaling 7.63 million episodes. Projections indicate a substantial increase in stroke prevalence, from 3.9% in 2020 to an estimated 6.4% by 2050. Despite comprehensive etiological investigations, the underlying cause of cerebrovascular ischemic events remains undefined in 10% to 40% of the cases, known as cryptogenic stroke.
Stroke is often a disabling condition and poses a major threat to the socioeconomic stability of a country, particularly in developing nations. The incidence of ischemic stroke has been increasing, particularly among individuals under 55 years of age. Approximately 10% to 15% of all strokes manifest in young adults aged 18 to 49., This trend underscores the critical importance of stroke prevention strategies, even within this younger demographic.
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