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Cross Sectional Study on Clinical Profile and Risk Factors among Ischemic and Hemorrhagic Stroke
M A Hoque1, M M Emran, M A Hanif
1Dr Md Aynul Hoque, Junior Consultant (Neurology), Pabna Medical College, Pabna, Bangladesh;
Mymensingh Medical Journal : MMJ
|June 30, 2025
Summary
Stroke is a leading cause of disability globally. This study identified hypertension, smoking, and dyslipidemia as key preventable risk factors for both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke in Bangladesh.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Stroke is a primary cause of long-term disability worldwide.
- Effective stroke prevention strategies are crucial for public health.
- Identifying and managing modifiable risk factors is key to reducing stroke incidence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of stroke and its associated risk factors.
- To compare risk factor profiles between ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke patients.
- To inform stroke prevention initiatives in the study population.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional observational study was conducted from September 2014 to February 2017.
- Seventy-eight stroke patients confirmed by neuroimaging (CT/MRI) were included.
- Data on demographics, lifestyle, and medical history were collected and analyzed.
Main Results:
- Hypertension was the most prevalent risk factor, followed by smoking, dyslipidemia, diabetes mellitus, and ischemic heart disease.
- Ischemic stroke patients (60) were more common than hemorrhagic stroke patients (18).
- Male predominance was observed in both stroke types; previous vascular events, family history, and alcohol consumption were higher in ischemic stroke.
Conclusions:
- Hypertension, smoking, and dyslipidemia are significant modifiable risk factors for stroke.
- Understanding these risk factors is essential for developing targeted prevention programs.
- Public health interventions should focus on managing these risk factors to reduce the burden of stroke.
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