The impact of social relationships on the risk of stroke and post-stroke mortality: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: The association between poor social relationships and post-stroke mortality remains uncertain, and the evidence regarding the relationship between poor social relationships and the risk of stroke is inconsistent. In this meta-analysis, we aim to elucidate the evidence concerning the risk of stroke and post-stroke mortality among individuals experiencing a poor social relationships, including social isolation, limited social networks, lack of social support, and loneliness. A thorough search of PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library databases to systematically identify pertinent studies. Data extraction was independently performed by two researchers. Pooled odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated using either a random-effects or fixed-effects model. Sensitivi

SUBMITTER: Meng M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11373457 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature