National Childhood Stroke Survey

This study will look at the number of strokes that occur in children under 16 years old in the UK, the proportion of these who die and the physiological problems experienced by those who survive. It will also investigate how cases are managed within the healthcare system. This is an epidemiological study which will lay the groundwork for future studies focussing on the treatment given to these patients.

Scientific Title: National childhood stroke survey - cerebrovascular disease and stroke-like illness in childhood

Classification:
Prevention, Epidemiology

Publications:

Kirkham F. Is there a genetic basis for paediatric stroke? Current Opinion in Paediatrics 2003; 15: 547-558.

Kirkham F. Stroke and cerebrovascular disease in childhood. Current Paediatrics 2003; 13: 350-359.

O'Callaghan F, Williams A, Davis A, Kirkham F. Incidence of childhood stroke in the UK: Data from the British Paediatric Surveillance Unit and the Strategic Health Authority. Arch Dis Child 2003; 88(Suppl 1):A35-A36.

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