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Influence of Cholesterol on Survival After Stroke:Retrospective Study
BMJ 314:1584-1588, Dyker,A.G.,et al, 1997
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Article Abstract
Our data suggest an association between poor stroke outcome and lower serum cholesterol concentration.Until a prospective controlled study has confirmed the benefits of lowering cholesterol concentration in elderly subjects,the application of cholesterol lowering guidelines cannot be justified as secondary prevention of acute stroke.
 
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