Stroke in women: experience in a developing country

Abstract

Background Several studies have addressed gender differences in stroke. Yet, results are diverse, and research is still required in different populations. So, this study investigates variation in stroke according to gender in a developing country. Methods This is a registry-based, retrospective observational cross-sectional study comparing men and women as regards age, risk factors, stroke severity, quality of services, and stroke outcome. Results Data analyzed comprised 4620 patients. It was found that men outnumbered women, while women had an older age, more prevalence of hypertension and atrial fibrillation, with severer strokes and worse outcomes. However, there was no gender difference in promptness nor frequency of administration of revascularization therapies. Conclusion Despite the gender difference in risk factors and stroke severity, we could not detect any significant disparity in acute stroke services provided to either gender. Among age categories in women, we identified differences in acute ischemic stroke subtypes, and acute management in favor of older age.

How stroke-related dysphagia relates to quality of life: the mediating role of nutritional status and psychological disorders, and the moderating effect of enteral nutrition mode

“…Stroke is a prevalent disease worldwide, and dysphagia, a common complication of stroke, is significantly associated with a reduced QOL ( 23 ). Our study found that female stroke patients had better QOL than males, and urban participants had better QOL compared to their rural counterparts, consistent with prior research findings ( 24 , 25 ). Under these circumstances, investigating the impact of stroke-related dysphagia on QOL and its underlying mechanisms is of great practical significance for healthy aging and patient well-being.…”