Kerr, G., Ray, G., Stott, D., Wu, O. and Langhorne, P. (2009) Elevated Troponin after Stroke: A Systematic Review. Cerebrovascular Diseases, 28(3), pp. 220-226. (doi: 10.1159/000226773)
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Abstract
Background: Troponin levels are elevated in some acute stroke patients, but the clinical significance of this is unclear. Methods: We conducted a systematic review of studies measuring troponin within 7 days of symptom onset in acute stroke patients. Results: We identified 15 studies (2,901 patients). Overall 18.1% (95% CI 13.6-22.6) had a positive troponin level. These patients were more likely to have electrocardiogram (ECG) changes suggestive of myocardial ischemia (OR 3.0; 95% CI 1.5-6.2), and there was an independent association with death (OR 2.9; 95% CI 1.7-4.8). Conclusion: Elevated troponin level after acute stroke is common and is associated with ECG changes suggestive of myocardial ischemia and increased risk of death.
| Item Type: | Articles |
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| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Langhorne, Professor Peter and Wu, Professor Olivia and Stott J, Professor David |
| Authors: | Kerr, G., Ray, G., Stott, D., Wu, O., and Langhorne, P. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Health & Wellbeing > Health Economics and Health Technology Assessment College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Centre for Population and Health Sciences College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health |
| Journal Name: | Cerebrovascular Diseases |
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