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ANALYSIS OF CEREBRAL INFARCTION AND ITS RISK FACTORS AMONG LOCAL POPULATION OF PAKISTAN

Dr Zakia Tariq, Dr Farwa Sajid, Dr Ushna Ali

Abstract: Introduction: The type of brain injury characterized by blockage of the blood supply and resulting in anoxia to the brain tissue and formation of the necrotic area lasting for more than 24 hours. Objectives of the study: The main objective of the study is to analyze the cerebral infarction and its risk factors among local population of Pakistan. Materials and methods: This descriptive study was conducted in Bahawal Victoria hospital, Bahawalpur during November 2018 to April 2019. It is a descriptive type of cross sectional study. The patients aging 20-75 years were enrolled in our study.94% of the patients enrolled were presented through the emergency department of the Services Hospital,Lahore and the remaining 6% were from the other departments. Results: In our study,98 patients having necrotic tissue in the brain were documented, the cases were aged 21 years to 75 years. The mean age of males was 54.4 years and that of females was 53.7 years. The most of the cases who suffered from the disease were more than 60 years of age in both the genders. Conclusion: It is concluded that eighty five percent patients suffering from brain injury result in the cerebral malfunctioning. It is quite a common disease these days. Proper education and awareness must be given to the public regarding the risk factors and prevention of the disease by modifying the life style and other factors responsible.

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