Hyperhomocysteinemia as an Independent Risk Factor for Cardioembolic Stroke in the Turkish Population (original) (raw)

The study investigates the association between hyperhomocysteinemia and cardioembolic stroke (CES) in the Turkish population, emphasizing its potential role as an independent risk factor. It examines various stroke classifications and highlights the conflicting evidence regarding homocysteine levels and stroke risk. The findings suggest that elevated plasma homocysteine concentrations may be significantly linked to the occurrence of CES, particularly in the context of traditional stroke risk factors such as hypertension and male gender.