Air Pressure, Humidity and Stroke Occurrence: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Background/Aims: An influence of climate upon stroke risk is biologically plausible and supported by epidemiological evidence. We aimed to determine whether air pressure (AP) and humidity are associated with hospital stroke admission. Methods: We searched MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Web of Sc...

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Main Authors: Yongjun Cao, Xia Wang, Danni Zheng, Thompson Robinson, Daqing Hong, Sarah Richtering, Tzen Hugh Leong, Abdul Salam, Craig Anderson, Maree L. Hackett
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-07-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/13/7/675