Facts about stroke prevention
2008-12-01
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Facts about stroke prevention
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Stroke represents a heavy burden of disease in the US; it is the third leading cause of
death. The risk of stroke after a first cerebrovascular event is high; annual estimates range
from 4-11% in this population. Primary stroke prevention encompasses a variety of lifestyle
changes such diet change, exercise, smoking cessation, and moderation of alcohol intake. The goal
of these actions is to prevent conditions associated with an increased risk of stroke, including
hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes. Once a patient has had a stroke, pharmacotherapy is
indicated for prevention of recurrence. Studies thus far indicate that in patients with normal
heart rhythms, antiplatelet therapy with aspirin is the best choice for reducing risk of another
stroke. Patients with heart rhythms such as atrial fibrillation should be on oral anticoagulation
therapy with warfarin.
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Anderson, Kristin. (2008). Facts about stroke prevention. Retrieved from the University Digital Conservancy, https://hdl.handle.net/11299/45536.
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