Stroke

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Chapter 64 Stroke

Table 64-1 Traditional Risk Factors for Ischemic Stroke

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Risk Factor OR (99% CI)
Hypertension (self-reported history) 2.37 (2.00-2.79)
Current smoking* 2.32 (1.91-2.81)
Diabetes mellitus 1.60 (1.29-1.99)
Ratio of apoB to apoA1 2.40 (1.86-3.11)
Obesity (waist-to-hip ratio) 1.69 (1.38-2.07)
Regular physical activity 0.68 (0.51-0.91)
Diet risk score 1.34 (1.09-1.65)
Alcohol consumption*  
1-30 Drinks per month 0.79 (0.63-1.00)
>30 Drinks per month 1.41 (1.09-1.82)
Psychosocial factors  
Psychosocial stress 1.30 (1.04-1.62)
Depression