Cardioembolic stroke in an HIV endemic region: Underdiagnosed and severe

Key Points

• Cardioembolic stroke cases are frequently underdiagnosed in regions affected by HIV, leading to heightened severity.
• In the study, over 50% of stroke cases attributed to cardioembolic causes remained undetected among HIV-positive individuals.
• Analysis examines the epidemiology of stroke in HIV-endemic areas, highlighting significant risk factors for patients.
• This finding underscores the need for improved detection and management of stroke in HIV populations, pointing to healthcare challenges.