Ischemic Stroke Subtypes: Socio-demographic Factors, Risk Factors, and Outcomes in Southern Sri Lanka.

Background: Stroke is a heterogeneous, catastrophic disease. A comprehensive clinical analysis of ischemic stroke (IS) risk factors and outcomes is crucial for optimum management in resource-poor settings.

Methods: A prospective cross-sectional study of acute cerebrovascular disease (ACVD) involving 592 patients was conducted in a tertiary care center in Sri Lanka from November 2018 to May 2019.