Stroke, a potentially preventable and treatable disorder, could cause approximately 10 million deaths per year by 2050, predominantly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), according to a paper published on October 9 in the Lancet Neurology journal (1).
Alarming Rise in Stroke Deaths
The projection is the result of a collaborative effort between the World Stroke Organization and the Lancet Neurology Commission, which has resulted in the publication of four publications. According to the analysis, stroke deaths are anticipated to rise from 6.6 million in 2020 to a frightening 9.7 million by 2050. The contribution of stroke mortality in LMICs is expected to increase from 86% to 91% by 2050.
Dr. Rajiv Bahl, Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), spoke about the necessity of implementing evidence-based stroke care in India to reduce disability and prevent new strokes. He stated that the council was working hard to develop country-specific ambulatory care models at the primary care level to tackle noncommunicable illnesses.
12-Point Stroke Blueprint for Effective Surveillance, Prevention, and Care
Meanwhile, the authors of the commission’s findings have been given in the form of 12 evidence-based recommendations addressing stroke surveillance, prevention, acute care, and rehabilitation. The recommendations include establishing cost-effective surveillance systems for precise epidemiological stroke data to guide prevention and treatment, raising public awareness and fostering healthier lifestyles through widespread use of mobile and digital technologies, including training and awareness, and prioritizing meticulous planning of acute stroke care services, capacity building, training, provision of appropriate equipment, treatment, and affordability.
References:
- https:doi.org/10.1016/S1474-4422(23)00277-6
Source: Medindia
