Mean Platelet Volume Values and Its Effects on Prognosis in Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke
Journal Title: Bagcilar Medical Bulletin - Year 2019, Vol 4, Issue 4
Abstract
Objective: Stroke is a rapid onset of focal or global loss of cerebral function and is the most common cause of mortality and morbidity in adulthood cancer and heart disease patients. Although it has been reported that mean platelet volume (MPV) values may be an independent risk factor for the severity and prognosis of stroke, the results of previous studies are inconsistent. The aim of the present study was to determine the MPV values of ischemic stroke patients which reflects the activity and function of platelets and to observe its effect on clinical outcomes. Method: Sixty-two acute ischemic stroke patients were recruited for the study. Clinical information, MPV, platelet, white blood cell (WBC) and neutrophil, CRP and troponin-T levels were obtained. Results: The mean ± standard deviation age was 72.4±12.6 years. At the end of the study, 28 patients were discharged and 34 patients passed away. The frequency of bilateral stroke was higher in deceased patients (p=0.005). In addition, platelet counts were significantly higher in discharged patients (p=0.016). At first admission, MPV values were 10.59±1.01 fL in discharged patients and 11.29±1.12 fL in deceased patients (p=0.029). At the end of the study, MPV values were measured as 11.46±1.28 fL in deceased patient sand 10.47±0.74 fL in discharged patients (p<0.001). WBC and neutrophil counts, troponin-T and CRP values were not significantly different between deceased and discharged patients (p>0.05). Conclusion: Our study indicated that MPV and platelet levels may be associated with mortality in acute ischemic stroke patients and can be used as prognostic markers.
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Ülkü Figen Demir
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- DOI 10.4274/BMB.galenos.2019.10.019
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