Many children in Nigeria have sickle cell anemia, more than any other country. These children are oftentimes more likely to have a stroke. A stroke can happen because of low blood count, swollen blood vessels, heart problems, and trouble with blood clotting, among other reasons.
Research question: What causes stroke in Nigerian children living with sickle cell anemia? How can we prevent stroke?
Method: This study takes a path to research the basis of stroke in children between the ages of 5-12 years, who have set cases of sickle cell. Data was found through talks and watching the children directly, as a researcher helped in the handling and control of some of the use cases. Members in this research are drawn from hospitals in the southwestern area of Nigeria.
Results: The data show that apart from common reasons, some causes of stroke in children could be linked to social factors such as parent ignorance, being poor, and a lack of honesty.
Conclusion: This study offers ideas to prevent stroke in kids. For example, local awareness programs can teach expecting parents about the causes of child stroke and why it’s important to get help quickly.
Reference, Original Abstract:
IPSO 2022 Congress Abstract: Causes and prevention of stroke in children living with sickle cell Anaemia in South-western Nigeria, Eunice Adeoti¹, Kunle Oguntegbe² ¹Federal Medical Center, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria, ²University of Naples, Federico II
Abstract Translation: Jalaia Jackson
Graphics: Jalaia Jackson
Medical Editor: Ilona Kopyta, MD
Junior Editor: Natalie Mahgerefteh
