What Are The Risk Factors For Heart Disease And Stroke?
- Stroke Risk Factors - Heart Disease and Stroke
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- Introduction
- Risk Factors
- Symptoms
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
Prognosis
Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide. Mortality rates are declining, however. Over 75% of patients survive a first stroke during the first year, and over half survive beyond 5 years.
Severity of an Ischemic Versus Hemorrhagic Stroke
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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