A Systematic Review of the Predictive Value of Plasma D-Dimer Levels for Predicting Stroke Outcome.

ABSTRACT: Background: Stroke is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Over the past decade, plasma D-dimer levels have emerged as a biomarker for predicting stroke outcome. However, no consensus in the literature currently exists concerning its utility for predicting post-stroke functional outcome and mortality. Objective: To systematically review the effectiveness of plasma D-dimer levels for predicting functional outcome and mortality following stroke. Methods: Five academic databases were screened according to PRISMA guidelines for eligible studies. With these studies, we conducted a random-effect meta-analysis to evaluate the impact of plasma D-dimer levels for predicting functional outcome and mortality post-stroke. We also conducted subgroup analyses to evaluate diff

SUBMITTER: Zhang P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8289899 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature