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Serum Uric Acid Levels As A Prognostic Indicator in Acute Ischaemic Stroke

Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Introduction: Stroke remains a major public health concern worldwide, contributing significantly to morbidity and mortality. Among the different types of strokes, ischemic stroke accounts for the majority of cases, occurring due to the occlusion of cerebral arteries and subsequent ischemic injury. Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally, significantly affecting individuals, families and healthcare systems. Result: The study involved 120 participants and the findings revealed that the mean age of stroke patients was 63.25 years, with a male predominance (56.7%). Discussion: Among the study population, hypertension (65%) and dyslipidemia (58.3%) were the most common comorbidities, followed by diabetes (48.3%) and smoking (40.8%).
Language: English
Subfield: Epidemiology
Field: Medicine
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7124582928
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