2.7.2. Individual Risk Factors for Stroke
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STROKE
The following individual risk factors for stroke were examined: blood pressure, BMI, and different lifestyle habits. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure was measured in mmHg with an Omron M4 Intelli IT monitor after at least 10 min of rest sitting down. Weight was measured with a Beurer BF 180 personal weight scale; height was reported by the participants in centimeters; and BMI was calculated by dividing weight by height Using the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare Questionnaires on Lifestyle Habits [