Regional differences in the temporal evolution of stroke: A population-based study of Brazil according to sex in individuals aged 15-49 years between 1997 and 2012

Abstract

Objective: The present study analyzed the temporal trend of stroke mortality according to sex in individuals aged 15-49 years in the different regions of Brazil between 1997 and 2012. Results: There was progressive reduction in mortality rate due to stroke in Brazil. The reduction trend was the same for both sexes, although mortality remained slightly higher among men. There was a difference in mortality rates according to the administrative region of the country.