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Types of Neurological Injuries Reported (n=204)
| Type of Neurological Injury | Number of Events | Patients With Events (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Ischemic stroke | 46 | 41 (20.1) |
| Covert stroke | 1 | 1 (0.5) |
| Hemorrhagic stroke | 5 | 5 (2.5) |
| Transient ischemic attack | 12 | 12 (5.9) |
| New abnormality of head ultrasound | 7 | 6 (2.9) |
| EEG positive for seizure | 1 | 1 (0.5) |
| Global atrophy | 1 | 1 (0.5) |
| Total neurological events | 73 | 59 (28.9) |
| Total strokes | 52 | 43 (21.1) |
EEG indicates electroencephalogram.
