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Forecasting Vascular Risk Factors in Young Ischemic Stroke Patients: A Two-Decade Perspective From Spain.

Tania Garrido-Hernández¹, Laura Amaya-Pascasio¹, Adrián Aparicio-Mota²

¹Department of Neurology and Stroke Centre, Torrecárdenas University Hospital, Almería, Spain.

European Journal of Neurology

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Summary

Ischemic stroke (IS) incidence in young adults is rising due to increased vascular risk factors like obesity and substance use. Public health strategies are crucial for prevention and early detection in this demographic.

Keywords:

forecasting risk factors stroke temporal trends young

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Transient Middle Cerebral Artery Occlusion Model of Stroke

Transient Middle Cerebral Artery Occlusion Model of Stroke

Published on: August 11, 2023

Area of Science:

Neurology
Public Health
Epidemiology

Background:

Ischemic stroke (IS) incidence is increasing in young adults (18-50 years).
Traditional vascular risk factors are becoming more prevalent in this age group.
Understanding these trends is vital for effective prevention and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze temporal trends of vascular risk factors in young adults hospitalized with IS in Spain (2000-2022).
To forecast the prevalence of these risk factors through 2027.

Main Methods:

Retrospective analysis of the Spanish National Inpatient Database (2000-2022).
Inclusion of patients aged 18-50 years diagnosed with IS.
Trend analysis using regression and time-series forecasting.

Main Results:

IS incidence in young adults doubled from 7 to 15 per 100,000 population (2000-2022).
Significant increases observed in obesity (5.2%-15.2%), dyslipidemia (20.8%-29.7%), and illicit substance use (1%-13.5%).
Forecasts indicate a sustained high burden of IS and associated risk factors through 2027.

Conclusions:

Rising modifiable vascular risk factors and cardiac comorbidities in young IS patients necessitate urgent public health interventions.
Focus on early detection, lifestyle modification, and prevention strategies is critical for this population.