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ArticleHealthcare (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Prevalence of Stroke in Spain and Its Impact on Quality of Life: Socioeconomic Inequalities and Access to Rehabilitation.

Ismael García-Campanario, Maria Jesus Vinolo-Gil

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2 authors.

Ismael García-CampanarioDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Cádiz, 11003 Cádiz, Spain.ORCID 0000-0002-7811-4441
Maria Jesus Vinolo-GilDepartment of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Cádiz, 11003 Cádiz, Spain.ORCID 0000-0003-4589-4442

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Stroke is a cerebrovascular syndrome due to a sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain that causes transient or permanent damage. Despite advances in the field of medical science, stroke is still common and continues to have a significant effect on quality of life.

objectiveThe objective of the study was to analyze the prevalence of strokes in Spain, considering differences in sociodemographic factors, functional limitations, and access to rehabilitation, with special attention to sex-related disparities. METHODOLOGY: A cross-sectional study was conducted using data from the latest European Health Survey in Spain carried out between 2019 and 2020 on a total of 22,072 people. Individuals over 16 years of age with a medical diagnosis of stroke were selected for this study. Sociodemographic variables, self-perception of health, limitations in daily activities, level of physical activity, and access to rehabilitation treatment were analyzed. Descriptive measures and inferential tests were applied for statistical analysis.

resultsThe prevalence of strokes occurring in Spain was estimated at 2.02%, which is lower than European figures. Men tend to have strokes at younger ages (50% between 36 and 73 years), while women report a poorer quality of life after the incident. Most patients had not received rehabilitation services in the last year.

conclusionsGiven the aging population, it is essential to reinforce prevention, early detection and rehabilitation therapies to improve quality of life and reduce the burden of care.

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physical activityprevalencequality of liferehabilitationsocioeconomic factorsstroke

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PMID40361854
PMCPMC12071616

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