SynthesisAnales del sistema sanitario de Navarra2022
[Prevalence and incidence of ictus in Europe: systematic review and meta-analysis].
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18 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Stroke secondary to cancer-associated coagulopathy: a systematic review.Journal of neurology · 2026Pooled it
- Effect of metformin on the clinical outcomes of stroke in patients with diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMJ open · 2025 · on this mapPooled it
- A Meta-Analysis of the Relationship between Stroke and Alzheimer's Disease: Therapeutic and Prognostic Implications.Kidney & blood pressure research · 2025Pooled it
- Use of Virtual Reality and Videogames in the Physiotherapy Treatment of Stroke Patients: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2023Trial
- Depressive Symptoms After Mechanical Thrombectomy in Ischaemic Stroke: A Longitudinal Descriptive Study with Gender Differences.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Non-Invasive Electrotherapy in the Rehabilitation of Motor Sequelae and Spasticity Following Stroke: A Systematic Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
- Classical and intermediate monocytes and their ratios in the natural immune course of ischemic stroke.Frontiers in neuroscience · 2026Article
- The risk of cardiovascular events in the Italian adult population without prior history of CVD: a systematic review of follow-up studies.Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine · 2026Review
- Effectiveness of Telerehabilitation-Based Therapeutic Exercise on Functional Capacity in Chronic Stroke: Study Protocol for a Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Metallomic Aspects of Stroke and Recovery: ICP-MS Study with Chemometric Analysis.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Prevalence of Stroke in Spain and Its Impact on Quality of Life: Socioeconomic Inequalities and Access to Rehabilitation.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- A different perspective on studying stroke predictors: joint models for longitudinal and time-to-event data in a type 2 diabetes mellitus cohort.Cardiovascular diabetology · 2025Article
- Hyperhomocysteinemia: Underlying Links to Stroke and Hydrocephalus, with a Focus on Polyphenol-Based Therapeutic Approaches.Nutrients · 2024Review
- Effects of Haptic Feedback Interventions in Post-Stroke Gait and Balance Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Journal of personalized medicine · 2024Review
- Imaging of Carotid Stenosis: Where Are We Standing? Comparison of Multiparametric Ultrasound, CT Angiography, and MRI Angiography, with Recent Developments.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
- Feedback Interventions in Motor Recovery of Lateropulsion after Stroke: A Literature Review and Case Series.Brain sciences · 2024Review
- Anesthesia for Endovascular Therapy for Stroke.Neurology international · 2024Article
- Descriptive analysis of post-stroke patients in a neurological physical therapy unit.Frontiers in neurology · 2023Article
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Abstract
backgroundStroke is the second cause of death and the first cause of disability in Europe. The number of stroke patients shows a rapidly increasing due to the increase in the elderly population. The aim of this meta-analysis is to evaluate the prevalence and incidence of stroke in Europe.
methodWe conducted a literature search in MEDLINE, SCOPUS, CINAHL Complete and EMBASE, using the keywords "stroke", "cerebrovascular accident", "epidemiology", "prevalence", "incidence" and "Europe". In order to evaluate the quality and risk of bias, we used the Hoy's modified scale for prevalence studies and the Newcastle Ottawa Scale for incidence studies. A random effects model with 95% confidence intervals (95%CI) was used for the meta-analysis. The I2 statistic was applied to assess heterogeneity.
resultsThe prevalence of stroke in Europe adjusted for sex was estimated at 9.2% (95%CI: 4.4-14.0). The prevalence was 9.1% (95%CI: 4.7-13.6) in men and 9.2% (95%CI: 4.1-14.4) in women, and increased with age. The incidence of stroke in Europe adjusted for sex was 191.9 per 100,000 person-years (95%CI: 156.4-227.3); it was 195.7 per 100,000 person-years (95%CI: 142.4-249.0) in men and 188.1 per 100,000 person-years (95%CI: 138.6-237.7) in women. Again, these rates increased with age.
conclusionThe prevalence of stroke in Europe is 9.2%. The incidence of stroke in Europe is 191.9 per 100,000 person-years. The prevalence of stroke has increased, whereas the incidence of stroke is stable in comparison with studies conducted at the beginning of the 21st century.
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