Presenting characteristics in 203 young adults with ischaemic stroke (mean (SD) age 36 (8) years)
| Characteristic | n (%) |
|---|---|
| *Per cent of the women. | |
| Men | 108 (53) |
| Hypertension | 38 (19) |
| Diabetes mellitus | 4 (2) |
| Smoking | 94 (46) |
| Hypercholesterolaemia | 79 (39) |
| Coronary artery disease | 3 (1) |
| History of transient ischaemic attacks | 24 (12) |
| History of ischaemic stroke | 8 (4) |
| History of amaurosis fugax | 6 (3) |
| History of migraine without aura | 37 (18) |
| C reactive protein level >5 mg/l | 73 (36) |
| Oral contraceptives | 21 (22*) |