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We studied white blood cell (WBC) count and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) in
241 consecutive patients with acute ischemic stroke. White cell count was elevated
in 20% of the patients, ESR was elevated in 68%. Each increase significantly correlated
with outcome, as evaluated by either lesion size at CT scan or by score at the Rankin
disability scale at the time of discharge. This correlation was stronger for WBC count
than for ESR. These routine blood tests may be useful adjuncts in determining stroke
prognosis.
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Publication history
Accepted:
May 19,
1997
Received:
November 25,
1996
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© 1998 National Stroke Association. Published by Elsevier Inc.
