A 60% crisis: Mortality and hypertension-driven intracranial haemorrhage at a South African tertiary hospital

A 60% crisis: Mortality and hypertension-driven intracranial haemorrhage at a South African tertiary hospital

Background: Spontaneous intracranial haemorrhage (ICH) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with a disproportionate burden in low- and middle-income countries. Data on ICH in South Africa are limited, hindering targeted intervention efforts. Methods: A retrospective, descr...

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Main Authors: Umar Jacobs, Thaakir-Ahmed Jacobs, Janneke Pienaar, Sideeqa Jakoet, Aaqilah Fataar, Neshaad Schrueder, Sa'ad Lahri
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2025-07-01
Series:Journal of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa
Subjects:
age
gender
risk factors and comorbidities
blood pressure on admission
ct scan results
use of antiplatelet and anticoagulation medication
clinical outcome of patient
Online Access:https://jcmsa.org.za/index.php/jcmsa/article/view/202
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