A radiological approach to ischemic stroke in a young adult non hypertensive patient
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Date
2024-02-16
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EC Paediatrics
Abstract
Stroke is the second leading cause of death above the age of 60 years, and the fifth leading cause in people aged 15 to 59 years old
as reported by the World Health Organization global burden of diseases [1].
Hypertension is the leading risk factor for stroke in Tanzania, and its early detection, treatment and management cannot be
overemphasized. Previous studies in SSA have demonstrated that 45% of all strokes could be prevented by simply measuring and
controlling blood pressure. It is notable that in Tanzania, stroke occurs at a much younger age with later presentation associated with
devastating outcomes. Hospital-based studies have reported early mortality ranging from 30 - 60% [2].
Other related known modifiable risk factors for stroke, of which smoking, and hypercholesterolaemia have been mentioned [3].
HIV infection is a notable finding, and associated with an increase of five times in risk of stroke [3].
Stroke in the young is particularly tragic because of the potential to create long-term disability, burden on the victims, their
families, and the community at large.
Despite this, there is limited data on stroke in young adults, and its risk factors in Tanzania. Therefore, in this case study we
determined important radiological investigation that can possibly establish the diagnosis to this young adult patient who presented
with weakness on the left side at Kairuki Hospital.
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Thrombus, Hypertension, Ischemic stroke
Citation
Kabalimu,TK.Rutachunzibwa,F.F.J.,2024."A Radiological Approach to ischemic stroke in a young adult non hypertensive patient". EC Paediatrics 13.3 (2024): 01-05.