Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Research Article
Elevation of Troponin I in Ischemic Stroke of Outcomes in Patients with Acute Stroke
Author(s): AK AL Miraj*, Quazi Deen Mohammad, Shahidur Rahman, Moyeenuzzaman and Shamim Miah
Background: Stroke is the second leading cause of death in the world, comprising approximately 10%
of all deaths. Troponin is a sensitive marker of myocardial injury. Rise in serum troponin is
characteristic for myocardial ischemic injury; however it can rise in several other conditions (e.g. renal
failure, heart failure, pulmonary edema, and sepsis). Stroke is the second leading cause of death
worldwide, comprising approximately 10% of all deaths. A substantial number of stroke patients have
elevated cardiac troponin levels and are associated with poorer prognosis.
Methods: This prospective observational study was done at the department of neurology,
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), Dhaka, Bangladesh from January to 100
acute ischemic stroke patients was enrolled. Data included vital signs, laboratory .. View More»
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