Changes in stroke epidemiology, prevention, and treatment.
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Stroke is arguably the most feared cardiovascular event among healthy subjects and those with cardiovascular disease. Recent studies document changes in the epidemiology of stroke, both within and beyond the United States, which will impact medical service needs. Advances in our treatments for primary and secondary prevention herald an exciting period of change, which promises to lower stroke rates.
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Circulation Topic Review Changes in Stroke Epidemiology, Prevention, and Treatment
Stroke is arguably the most feared cardiovascular event among healthy subjects and those with cardiovascular disease. Recent studies document changes in the epidemiology of stroke, both within and beyond the United States, which will impact medical service needs. Advances in our treatments for primary and secondary prevention herald an exciting period of change, which promises to lower stroke r...
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Circulation
دوره 124 19 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011