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Review
. 2015 Mar:1338:1-15.
doi: 10.1111/nyas.12723.

Advances in stroke prevention

Ayesha Z Sherzai  1 , Mitchell S V Elkind
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Review

Advances in stroke prevention

Ayesha Z Sherzai et al. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2015 Mar.

Abstract

Stroke remains to be a leading cause of disability. However, optimal strategies can prevent up to 80% of strokes. A large body of evidence supports many strategies for primary and secondary prevention of stroke. The purpose of this paper is to highlight recent major advances for management of modifiable medical and behavioral risk factors of stroke. Specific studies are highlighted, including those related to atrial fibrillation (AF), hypertension, revascularization, hyperlipidemia, antiplatelets, smoking, diet, and physical activity. Effective strategies include the use of novel oral anticoagulants for AF, antiplatelet therapy, and intensive lowering of atherosclerosis risk factors.

Keywords: epidemiology; prevention; risk factors; stroke.

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Conflicts of interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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