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Rate and key predictors of unplanned readmission following ischemic stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  • By

  • Ting Zhang

  • Yingchun Li

  • Jianrong Du

  • Qiurun Zhong

  • Xuefang Yang

  • Wenqin Yang

  • Huan Wang

  • May 20, 2026

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    The pooled rate of 30-day unplanned readmission after ischemic stroke is 14.2%, increasing to 30.3% at 12 months.

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    Atrial fibrillation, heart failure, diabetes, and prior stroke are significant predictors of 30-day readmission.

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    Infection, recurrent stroke, and cardiac events are the most common causes of unplanned readmissions in ischemic stroke patients.

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    Readmission rates are lower in North America (11.7%) compared to Asian settings (17.2%).

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    This meta-analysis provides a foundation for developing targeted interventions to reduce unplanned readmissions in ischemic stroke patients.

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Rate and key predictors of unplanned readmission following ischemic stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  • by Ting Zhang, Yingchun Li, Jianrong Du, Qiurun Zhong, Xuefang Yang, Wenqin Yang, Huan Wang

  • May 20, 2026

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