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Sangroyangla Imchen1, S Latha1, Sujatha R Kannappan2
1Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, Nitte (Deemed to be University), Paneer, Derlakatte, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research
|June 16, 2025
Summary
Diabetics face increased stroke risk. Coronary artery disease, alcohol, and smoking are key risk factors, especially in men. Early detection and management are crucial for prevention.
Area of Science:
- Medical research
- Public health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Diabetes significantly elevates stroke risk, with rising incidence globally.
- Gender-specific factors like BMI in men and obesity/stress in women contribute to stroke risk.
- Identifying and addressing these risk factors is vital for effective stroke prevention strategies in diabetic populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the contributing factors of stroke in diabetic patients.
- To identify specific risk factors associated with stroke development in diabetic individuals.
- To inform prevention strategies by understanding the determinants of stroke in this high-risk group.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of electronic medical records from diabetic patients (2017-2021) at a tertiary care hospital.
- Utilized a validated 28-item checklist for data scrutiny.
- Employed descriptive statistics and inferential tests including Chi-square, Fisher's exact test, and odds ratio (OR) for analysis.
Main Results:
- Out of 3152 diabetic patients, 569 (18.05%) experienced a stroke.
- Coronary artery disease (CAD) (OR: 1.43), alcohol use (OR: 1.58), and smoking (OR: 1.9) were significantly associated with stroke risk in men.
- While specific gender differences were noted, the overall findings highlight common risk factors.
Conclusions:
- Coronary artery disease (CAD) and unhealthy lifestyle habits (alcohol use, smoking) are significant contributors to stroke development in diabetic patients.
- Effective stroke prevention requires early detection and comprehensive management programs.
- Collaboration among healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, and educators is essential for implementing successful prevention initiatives.
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