Organization of Stroke Care in Pakistan

Int J Stroke. 2020 Jul;15(5):565-566. doi: 10.1177/1747493019879663. Epub 2019 Sep 30.

Abstract

In Pakistan, stroke is one of the major contributors to the health problem. The increasing incidence of stroke and lack of infrastructure in both urban and rural areas requires immediate attention. Multiple societies and groups have been established to highlight the growing problem, but necessary steps must be taken at the government level to improve and design a better stroke care system in the country.

Keywords: Stroke; developing countries; prevalence.

MeSH terms

  • Developing Countries
  • Humans
  • Pakistan / epidemiology
  • Stroke* / epidemiology
  • Stroke* / therapy