Differing association of alcohol consumption with different stroke types: a systematic review and meta-analysis

24 Nov 2016Susanna C. LarssonEmail author, Alice Wallin, Alicja Wolk and Hugh S. Markus

Even if moderate drinking may have a beneficial effect by lowering the risk of ischemic stroke, the disadvantages might outweigh the benefits.

Meta Analysis

2 effects

73587 subjects

Determinants	Outcome	Details
Minor Risk Factor Alcohol Beverage	Minor increase risk of Stroke Brain system	High evidence 14.0%
Minor Protective Factor Alcohol Beverage	Minor decreased risk of Stroke Brain system	High evidence -10.0%