Publications by authors named "Luis E T A Furtado"
Background: Stroke is the second leading cause of death in Brazil. The social and financial burden of stroke is remarkable; however, the epidemiological profile remains poorly understood.
Objective: The aim of this study was to report the incidence, lethality, and functional status at 30 and 90 days post-stroke in the cities of different Brazilian macro-regions.
Article Synopsis
- The study examines the potential link between the season of birth and the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) in various regions of Brazil.
- It analyzes data from 2,257 MS patients, finding a significant increase in MS cases among those born in spring and a decrease in those born in autumn.
- The results suggest that birth season, possibly due to its influence on vitamin D levels, may be a risk factor for MS across most of Brazil.