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Canada stroke study: Immigrants face longer ICU stays
A study published in the journal Neurology® reveals that immigrants in Canada experience longer intensive care unit (ICU) stays following an ischemic stroke compared to long-term residents or Canadian-born individuals. While ICU admission rates were similar between the groups, researchers found distinct differences in treatment and demographics.
Analyzing records from 85,507 patients hospitalized with ischemic strokes in Ontario between 2014 and 2023, the study noted that immigrants were generally younger, with an average age of 69 compared to 76 for long-term residents. Immigrants also tended to have less severe strokes on average.
Regarding medical interventions, immigrants were less likely to receive treatments aimed at restoring blood flow—17.2% compared to 18.0% for long-term residents. However, they showed slightly higher rates of receiving life-sustaining treatments, such as breathing support and feeding tubes. Lead author Manav V. Vyas noted that immigration status serves as a key social determinant of health.
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American Academy of Neurology · Manav V. Vyas · Ontario · St. Michael’s Hospital-Unity Health Toronto · University of Toronto
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The study analyzed records of 85,507 people hospitalized with ischemic stroke in Ontario, Canada, from 2014 to 2023. www.europesays.com · www.news-medical.net · www.newswise.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Immigrants were more likely to receive life-sustaining treatments such as ventilators or feeding tubes. www.europesays.com · www.news-medical.net · www.newswise.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Immigrants in Canada have similar ICU admission rates for stroke as long-term residents but experience longer ICU stays. www.europesays.com · www.news-medical.net · www.newswise.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Immigrants in the study had an average age of 69, while long-term residents had an average age of 76. www.europesays.com · www.news-medical.net
- [● 3 SOURCES] Immigrants were less likely to receive treatments to restore blood flow compared to long-term residents. www.europesays.com · www.news-medical.net · www.newswise.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] A study on stroke care and immigration status was published in the journal Neurology® on September 2, 2026. www.europesays.com · www.news-medical.net · www.newswise.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Immigration status is a key social determinant of health. www.europesays.com · www.news-medical.net · www.newswise.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Immigrants were less likely to receive blood flow restoration treatments at a rate of 17.2% compared to 18.0% for long-term residents. www.europesays.com · www.news-medical.net