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[Cerebrovascular disorders in the Turkmen S.S.R]

A Mamiev

    Zhurnal Nevropatologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni S.S. Korsakova (Moscow, Russia : 1952)
    |January 1, 1991
    PubMed

    Insights

    Cerebrovascular disease, particularly brain strokes, is highly prevalent in the Turkmenian SSR, with significant incidence and lethality rates. Recommendations are provided to reduce the occurrence of these conditions.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Epidemiology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Cerebrovascular diseases pose a significant health burden globally.
    • Understanding regional variations in incidence and mortality is crucial for targeted interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence and incidence of cerebrovascular diseases in selected regions of the Turkmenian SSR.
    • To determine the associated lethality rates and impact on overall mortality.

    Main Methods:

    • Epidemiological study conducted across three regions of the Turkmenian SSR.
    • Data collection on cerebrovascular disease incidence, intensive lethality, and overall lethality.
    • Analysis of stroke as a cause of general population mortality.

    Main Results:

    • Incidence of brain strokes ranged from 88.4 to 141.4 cases per 100,000 population.
    • Intensive lethality index was between 50.9% and 63.5%.
    • Lethality percentage varied from 36.7% to 71.8%, with strokes accounting for 11.2% to 18.7% of all deaths.

    Conclusions:

    • Cerebrovascular diseases represent a major cause of mortality in the studied regions.
    • The high incidence and lethality underscore the need for urgent public health interventions.
    • Specific measures are recommended to mitigate the impact of cerebrovascular diseases.

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