A recent study published in ‘The Lancet Neurology’ reveals that India has witnessed a dramatic rise in strokes over the past three decades.
A stroke is a medical emergency caused by a lack of blood flow to part of brain. It can be caused by a narrowed blood vessel, bleeding, or a clot that blocks blood flow.
India reported over 1.25 million new stroke cases in 2021, a significant rise from 650,000 cases in 1990, marking a 51% increase.
The prevalence of strokes in India has increased from 4.4 million in 1990 to 9.4 million in 2021.
India now contributes 10% to the global burden of stroke.
