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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Stroke recurrence rates in Denmark have remained consistently high, around 23-25% over two decades.
  • Established predictors of stroke recurrence include transient ischemic attack history, atrial fibrillation, male gender, and hypertension.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze data from a preventive neurology clinic established in 2014 to reduce recurrent stroke.
  • To identify current predictors of stroke recurrence and inform prevention strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of electronic medical records from a preventive neurology clinic (October 2014 - October 2016).
  • Inclusion of data on subsequent stroke admissions until the end of 2017.
  • Statistical analysis using stepwise Cox proportional hazard regression.

Main Results:

  • Half of the patients were hypertensive at discharge; 40% required medication adjustment.
  • Blood pressure was at target in 64% of patients at their last clinic visit.
  • Independent predictors of stroke recurrence included tobacco smoking (HR 1.80), recurrent stroke admission (HR 1.76), and cholesterol-lowering treatment (HR 1.67).

Conclusions:

  • The recurrence rate for stroke in Denmark has not changed significantly over 20 years.
  • Risk factors for stroke recurrence may be evolving.
  • Targeted identification and management of current risk factors are crucial for reducing stroke recurrence.