title: [Epidemiological aspects of stroke].
abstract: This article reviews some aspects of the descriptive neuro-epidemiology of stroke, paying special attention to the Netherlands. The steady decline of mortality and incidence of stroke is discussed. This temporal trend may be more influenced by changes in life style than by medical treatment.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000401:mortality; D004032:Diet; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008019:Life Style; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009426:Netherlands
vernacular_title: Epidemiologische aspecten van de beroerte.