Etiologic classification of ischemic stroke
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1673-4165.2011.07.009
- VernacularTitle:缺血性卒中的病因学分型
- Author:
Lu XIANG
;
Huang WEI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Stroke;
Brain ischemia;
Risk factors
- From:
International Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases
2011;19(7):535-538
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Etiologic classification of ischemic stroke is the basis for epidemiological investigation, risk factor screening developing individualized treatment plan and prognostic measures. The etiologic classifications, such as TOAST, CCS, and ASCO, are more generally accepted methods at present. This article reviews the advantages and disadvantages from the diagnostic criteria and clinical application.
