Prevalence and Risk Factors of Stroke in Korean Older Adults: Focusing on Demographic and Health Behavior Factors

PURPOSE: This study aims to analyze the prevalence and risk factors of stroke in Korean older adults and provide basic data for stroke prevention.METHODS: Based on the data from the 2019-2021 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 5,750 adults aged 65 or older who participated in the health survey were selected.Risk factors for stroke were analyzed through complex sample multiple logistic regression analysis. RESULTS:As a result of this study, the prevalence of stroke among the subjects was 6.20%.Stroke risk factors were elderly, male, low personal income level, and current and past