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Molecular Links and Clinical Effects of Inflammation and Metabolic Background on Ischemic Stroke: An Update Review
Gaetano Pacinella1, Anna Maria Ciaccio1, Antonino Tuttolomondo1
1Internal Medicine and Stroke Care Ward, Department of Promoting Health, Maternal-Infant, Excellence and Internal and Specialized Medicine (PROMISE), University of Palermo, 90127 Palermo, Italy.
Abstract:
Stroke is a major global health concern, with 12.2 million new cases and 6.6 million deaths reported in 2019, making it the second leading cause of death and third leading cause of disability worldwide. Ischemic stroke, caused by blood vessel occlusion, accounts for 87% of stroke cases and results in neuronal death due to oxygen and nutrient deprivation. The rising global stroke burden is linked to aging populations and increased metabolic risk factors like high blood pressure, obesity, and elevated glucose levels, which promote chronic inflammation. This article explores the intricate molecular and clinical interplay between inflammation and metabolic disorders, emphasizing their role in ischemic stroke development, progression, and outcomes.
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