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Burden of Stroke in Qatar
Faisal Ibrahim1, Dirk Deleu1, Naveed Akhtar1
1Division of Neurology, Neuroscience Institute, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar.
Summary
Stroke affects over 80% of patients admitted to Hamad General Hospital in Qatar. Key risk factors include hypertension and diabetes, necessitating community awareness campaigns for stroke prevention.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Qatar's population exceeds 2.1 million, with Qatari citizens comprising about 15%.
- Hamad General Hospital (HGH) is Qatar's sole tertiary referral governmental hospital for acute stroke patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a comprehensive overview of the stroke burden within Qatar.
Main Methods:
- Literature databases and online sources were searched.
- Data from a dedicated stroke registry were collated.
Main Results:
- Over 80% of stroke patients in Qatar are treated at HGH.
- The age-standardized incidence of first-ever ischemic stroke was 51.88/100,000 person-years in 2010.
- Stroke patients are predominantly male (79%) and nearly 50% are aged 50 or younger.
Conclusions:
- Hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia are primary stroke risk factors.
- Ischemic stroke constitutes 87% of cases, with 13% being hemorrhagic.
- Despite lacking a dedicated stroke unit, 9% of ischemic stroke patients receive thrombolysis.
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