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EPIDEMIOLOGY, DIAGNOSIS, MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION OF STROKE: A NARRATIVE REVIEW
I A Azeez1, O A Oguniyi2, O J Osarenkhoe2
1Department of Family Medicine, Federal University of Medical Sciences, Ila-Orangun, Nigeria.
Annals of Ibadan Postgraduate Medicine
|March 25, 2026
Summary
Stroke recurrence is a significant risk for survivors. This review discusses current stroke management and prevention strategies, highlighting modifiable risk factors like hypertension and diabetes.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Public Health
- Medical Research
Background:
- Stroke is a leading global health concern with high recurrence rates among survivors.
- Identifies non-modifiable (age, sex, ethnicity) and modifiable (hypertension, diabetes, lifestyle) risk factors for stroke.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current management and prevention strategies for stroke.
- To synthesize findings from recent research on stroke treatment and risk reduction.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar.
- Included studies focused on adult stroke management, utilizing keywords like "Stroke Management" and "Stroke Prevention".
Main Results:
- 72 studies published between 2010 and 2025 were included after screening 800 initial papers.
- Included studies comprised randomized controlled trials, cohort studies, and other relevant research.
Conclusions:
- Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are crucial for stroke diagnosis and evaluation.
- Stroke treatment prioritizes restoring cerebral blood flow and addressing neurological deficits.
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