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Review
. 2013 Oct;16(4):488-93.
doi: 10.4103/0972-2327.120431.

Knowledge, attitude and practice of stroke in India versus other developed and developing countries

Sujata Das  1 , Shyamal Kumar Das
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Review

Knowledge, attitude and practice of stroke in India versus other developed and developing countries

Sujata Das et al. Ann Indian Acad Neurol. 2013 Oct.

Abstract

Rising stroke and higher mortality among Indian population needs focused attention for prevention and early management of stroke. In India, very few studies have been carried out to determine the causes of deficiencies in knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of stroke among Indians. Study on KAP is essential to improve the awareness about stroke, early diagnosis and institution of appropriate management. In this article, we have reviewed the existing literature on this issue and tried to compare it with those of developed countries and suggested the measures we need to adopt in India to improve awareness and knowledge base.

Keywords: Awareness; India; prevention strategies; risk factors; stroke.

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Conflict of Interest: Nil

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