18 10 216 https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/9a92bfe526b92a38175aaf24203b80c7.pdf 1ba23f5140bbde1956b1fdcaa191f003 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Comprehensive management evaluation of anaphylactic shock in dental clinics across developing countries Subject The topic of the resource Anaphylactic shock, Developing countries, Management Description An account of the resource Abstract Anaphylaxis shock is defined as a sudden, severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening and typically occurs within minutes to a few hours following exposure to a triggering substance. While anaphylaxis shock can be a rare side effect of dental treatments, including sedation and anesthesia, dentists must be prepared to respond promptly and appropriately to prevent complications such as airway obstruction and cardiac issues. In developing countries, managing anaphylactic shock presents challenges, often due to low awareness among dentists and a lack of necessary equipment. Immediate diagnosis and management are crucial in a dental setting when anaphylaxis shock occurs. Therefore, dental practitioners must be trained to diagnose and manage such situations effectively. A lack of comprehensive understanding of allergy testing, diagnosis, and management can have serious consequences. Keywords Anaphylactic shock, Developing countries, Management Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Maryam Kazempour1 , Fariba Shokri2 and Mehdi Shokri3* Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00840-4 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource text Anaphylactic shock, Developing countries, Management https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/df1ca0c98cc1b8e4f0ad7c4733a729b9.pdf 2881b324a441709d6a652ffbdb85fe28 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Predictors of pre-hospital delay among stroke patients in Yekatit-12 hospital Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: unmatched case-control study Subject The topic of the resource Stroke, Hospital delay, Adult stroke, Cerebrovascular accident, Low resource setting Description An account of the resource Abstract Background Timely detection and early medical interventions are critical in reducing complications and mortality related to stroke. The duration from onset to hospital presentation is an essential factor in determining the outcome of stroke treatment. The sooner a stroke patient receives medical attention, the better the chances of preventing long-term complications. Pre-hospitalization delays can significantly decrease the chances of successful therapy and recovery from stroke. Objective The study aims to assess predictors of delayed hospital presentation after a stroke attack. Method An unmatched case-control study was conducted from September 2021 to November 2023 at Yekatit 12 Hospital Medical College. Descriptive statistics were used to describe study variables. Bivariable and multivariable logistic regression were used to identify the predictors of delay hospital presentation after stroke attack. All statistical tests were run with a significance threshold of 5%. Result A total of 83 cases (presenting after four hours) and 166 controls (presenting within four or fewer hours) of an acute stroke patients were included in this study. The median duration of symptoms from the onset of stroke to hospital arrival were 24 h (IQR, 12 h) and 2 h(IQR,1 h) for cases and controls respectively. The study found that age 60 or less (AOR 1.75, 95% CI 1–3.09, p<0.05), living outside of Addis Ababa (AOR 3.55, 95% CI 1.33–9.46, p<0.011), onset of stroke happening at night (AOR 1.75, 95% CI 1.2–3.1, p<0.05) and not having health insurance (AOR 0.43, 95% CI 0.23–0.8,p<0.007) were identified as predicting factors of late presentation to hospital in stroke patients. Conclusion This study highlights key predictors of delayed hospital presentation in stroke patients. Specifically, age, place of residence, health insurance, and stroke onset time were significantly influence the timeliness of seeking medical care. Recognizing and addressing the predicting factors can improve the health care treatment outcome and help to design targeted health policies that reduce barriers to timely presentation of stroke patients. Keywords Stroke, Hospital delay, Adult stroke, Cerebrovascular accident, Low resource setting Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Biniyam Tedla Mamo1* , Dawit Bekele Tefera1 , Makida Girma Altaye2 , Ferehiwot Gebrehiwot Geram3 , Anteneh Mitiku Dano4 , Yeteshaw Bekele Sana5 , Feven Sahle Gebre6 and Zelalem Tazu Bonger1,7 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00839-x Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource pdf Stroke, Hospital delay, Adult stroke, Cerebrovascular accident, Low resource setting https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/364bc5f62a75336339e77efa4e55e674.pdf d0b9fd51d940f372099dff043a0fcb04 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Impaired consciousness due to hypermagnesemia associated with stercoral colitis: report of a rare case Subject The topic of the resource Colitis, Constipation, Hypermagnesemia, Impaired consciousness, Intestinal dysfunction, Magnesium containing cathartics, Obstructive colitis Description An account of the resource Abstract Background Hypermagnesemia is a rare electrolyte abnormality that is difficult to diagnose because its symptoms are nonspecific. In addition to magnesium administration, renal dysfunction is often a major risk factor associated with the condition; severe intestinal dysfunction is also a known risk factor. However, no cases of hypermagnesemia were observed in the absence of magnesium administration. Case presentation A 75-year-old woman with cognitive impairment presented to the emergency department with impaired consciousness. The patient was comatose and hypotensive and had a markedly distended abdomen. Her blood pressure was stabilized with infusion; however, the improvement in consciousness was insufficient and somnolence continued. Abdominal computed tomography revealed marked colonic distension due to fecal impaction in the rectum, with wall thickening and pericolonic fat stranding. Blood tests revealed elevated levels of C-reactive protein (10.2 mg/dL), lactate (6.04 mmol/L), and magnesium (5.9 mg/dL). There was no history of ingestion of magnesium-containing preparations; thus, the patient was diagnosed with hypermagnesemia associated with stercoral colitis. Magnesium levels and consciousness improved with the administration of calcium preparations, diuretics, antibiotics, and defecation control. Conclusions Severe bowel dysfunction can cause hypermagnesemia, even in the absence of magnesium administration. Keywords Colitis, Constipation, Hypermagnesemia, Impaired consciousness, Intestinal dysfunction, Magnesium containing cathartics, Obstructive colitis Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Kana Yanagisawa1 , Daisuke Mizu1*, Hidenori Higashi1 , Masataka Miyamoto1 and Mika Nagatomo1 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00838-y Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource text Colitis, Constipation, Hypermagnesemia, Impaired consciousness, Intestinal dysfunction, Magnesium containing cathartics, Obstructive colitis https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/56458324f09aced5ebf4a7194658d39a.pdf e2d11b17ae68fd0ac7dee1bab37681ea Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hepatic portal venous gas associated with ischemic colitis: a case report Subject The topic of the resource Hepatic portal venous gas, Colon ulcers, Case reports Description An account of the resource Abstract Background Cases of Hepatic portal venous gas (HPVG) have been associated with high mortality rates and frequently require emergency exploratory laparotomy. However, the widespread utilization of computed tomography (CT) scans has revealed that HPVG is often connected to benign conditions, as demonstrated by numerous studies. Given the intricate nature of the underlying causes of HPVG, there remains a lack of consensus regarding the necessity of emergency surgical exploration for patients with HPVG. Case Report An octogenarian female patient was admitted to the emergency department due to abdominal pain, accompanied by symptoms of nausea and vomiting. A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis revealed a significant presence of radiolucency in the peripheral branching of the liver, indicating the existence of portal venous gas. Subsequently, the patient was transferred to the Emergency Intensive Care Unit for further management. Colonoscopy of the patient reveals features consistent with ischemic colitis, characterized by mucosal congestion, edema, erosion, ulcers, with some ulcers covered by pseudomembranes. After undergoing a series of conservative treatments, the patient’s condition improved, as confirmed by a follow-up CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis conducted 8 days later, which showed complete absorption of the gas. Consequently, the patient was discharged from the hospital. Conclusions The management of HPVG should take into account the pathophysiology and clinical manifestation, and should be tailored towards addressing the root cause. The selection of surgical or conservative intervention should be guided by the underlying etiology, while the prognosis and outcome of HPVG are contingent upon the underlying cause. Keywords Hepatic portal venous gas, Colon ulcers, Case reports Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lian Lin1 , Qianqian Zhou1 , Junlong Gao1 and Hong Zhang1* Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00837-z Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource text Hepatic portal venous gas, Colon ulcers, Case reports https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/f058dfe34b5e4da114d57c5318c22ea0.pdf e2d11b17ae68fd0ac7dee1bab37681ea Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Primary subdural lymphoma mimicking chronic subdural hematoma: a case reportand a narrative review of some recent similarcases in the literature Subject The topic of the resource Primary subdural lymphoma, Chronic subdural hematoma, Diagnosis, Treatment Description An account of the resource Abstract Background Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a common condition in elderly patients, typically diagnosed through neuroimaging techniques such as computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Cases of subdural lymphoma mimicking chronic subdural hematoma are exceedingly rare and present significant diagnostic challenges for emergency physicians. Case presentation A 71-year-old female patient with subdural lymphoma was initially diagnosed with CSDH based on her medical history, clinical presentation, and neuroimaging findings. However, postoperative pathology revealed diffuse subdural lymphoma. Although the patient’s symptoms initially improved following standard lymphoma treatment, the disease recurred within 14 months of follow-up. The patient ultimately succumbed to malignant intracranial hypertension 15 months after discharge. Conclusions This article discusses the neuroimaging findings, histological features, and treatment strategies of this case, while reviewing the limited number of similar cases reported since 2000. Based on the diagnostic and therapeutic experience of this case, it is recommended that when a patient’s clinical presentation deviates from that of typical chronic subdural hematoma, supplementary MRI with diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) should be considered to aid in differential diagnosis. Keywords Primary subdural lymphoma, Chronic subdural hematoma, Diagnosis, Treatment Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Yibo Han1,2†, Bin Chen1,3†, Meiyu Zeng5†, Dong Liang1,4, Yibao Wang1 and Yong Wang1* Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00836-0 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource text Primary subdural lymphoma, Chronic subdural hematoma, Diagnosis, Treatment https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/3061d130f525cdb3d4724e3017355305.pdf fc41a83a396089f620c4d88862bb63a7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Aspirin increases the risk of acute kidney injury in critical patients with chest trauma: a retrospective cohort study Subject The topic of the resource NSAIDs, Chest trauma, AKI, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Ketorolac Description An account of the resource Abstract Purpose Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are increasingly utilized in trauma patients, particularly those with critical chest trauma who are susceptible to significant blood loss, leading to renal hypoperfusion. Acute kidney injury (AKI) is known to carry a poor prognosis in chest trauma patients. Therefore, investigating the potential association between NSAID use and AKI risk in critical patients with chest trauma is crucial. Methods We selected patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) with chest trauma from the Medical Information Mart for Intensive Care III (MIMIC-III) dataset (2001–2012) and the Medical Information Mart for Intensive Care IV (MIMIC-IV) dataset (2013–2019). Propensity score matching (PSM) was used to match patients receiving NSAIDs with those not receiving treatment. Logistic regression was employed to assess the association between different types of NSAIDs and AKI in these patients. Results In MIMIC-IV, NSAID use significantly increased the risk of AKI in critical patients with chest trauma (OR 1.99; 95% CI 1.04 to 3.85). Subgroup analysis revealed that aspirin significantly increased AKI risk in both MIMIC-III (OR 1.81; 95% CI 1.02 to 3.2) and MIMIC-IV (OR 2.47; 95% CI 1.26 to 4.85). However, ibuprofen and ketorolac use were not associated with AKI in these patients. Conclusion We observed a significant association between aspirin use and an elevated risk of AKI in critical patients with chest trauma. These findings suggest that pain management strategies involving ibuprofen and ketorolac may be more appropriate for this patient population. Keywords NSAIDs, Chest trauma, AKI, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Ketorolac Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Yu Huang1† , Hongchun Xu1†, Feng Xiang1†, Wei Feng1 , Yuchao Ma1* and Longyu Jin1* Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00835-1 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource text NSAIDs, Chest trauma, AKI, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Ketorolac https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/dc98190b280a3b116c34bbeecd2a882e.pdf ca2a3e81b98b62460d9c657a79374c64 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Pelvic extramedullary hematopoiesis with life‐threatening hemorrhage: a case report Subject The topic of the resource Extramedullary hematopoiesis, Thalassemia major, Pelvic mass, Chronic anemia, Blood transfusion, Splenic artery embolization, Hemorrhagic shock Description An account of the resource Abstract Background Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder characterized by defective hemoglobin production, leading to chronic anemia and the necessity for lifelong blood transfusions. Extramedullary hematopoiesis is a compensa- tory mechanism in which blood-producing tissue forms outside the bone marrow. The occurrence of extramedul- lary hematopoiesis as a pelvic mass is rare. Case Presentation We report the case of a 44-year-old woman with β-thalassemia major who was found to have a pelvic fat-containing mass incidentally on imaging. A diagnostic laparotomy revealed a highly vascular mass. Com- plete resection was not feasible due to significant hemorrhage, necessitating postoperative embolization for hemo- stasis. Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of extramedullary hematopoiesis. Postoperatively, the patient developed severe anemia, requiring frequent transfusions. To reduce transfusion dependency, splenic artery embolization was performed. Conclusion This case underscores the rare presentation of extramedullary hematopoiesis as a pelvic mass. Accurate diagnosis is critical, as surgical removal can result in severe hemorrhage and worsening anemia. Splenic artery emboli- zation provides a valuable therapeutic approach to managing transfusion burden in such cases. Keywords Extramedullary hematopoiesis, Thalassemia major, Pelvic mass, Chronic anemia, Blood transfusion, Splenic artery embolization, Hemorrhagic shock Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Zainab Habbash1†, Ali Hassan1*† , Sawsan Kadhem1 , Nawra Mujbel1 and Mahdi Aljawad2 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00834-2 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource text Extramedullary hematopoiesis https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/9ec44aa98a6fa621fb0ec44c976bf6d3.pdf 2b0de215e289081a29ed16a679bfa7c7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The status of emergency medicine in the state of Kuwait Subject The topic of the resource State of Kuwait, Emergency medicine, Emergency care Description An account of the resource Abstract Background and Objective of the review There is limited literature on the emergency medicine (EM) specialty in Kuwait, and this paper evaluated the development status of the specialty under Arnold’s classification. Discussion In Kuwait, the EM specialty is recognized with an existing professional society and structured residency training program with post post-board-certification exam. The emergency departments are directed by board- certified emergency physicians with existing emergency medical services and transfer systems. However, there is still a huge demand for trained emergency physicians and a further need to advance the existing trauma system. The aca- demic EM in the country needs further progress in research and developing a specialty journal, databases, and sub- specialty training. The management systems within the emergency departments are well developed. Conclusion The EM status is its way to reaching maturity if we overcome a few deficits and challenges in the sys- tem. Lastly, two great achievements were made through the establishment of‘the Kuwait Poison Control Center’ and the simulation training in EM. Keywords State of Kuwait, Emergency medicine, Emergency care Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Feras Husain Abuzeyad1*, Abdulaziz Alburaidi1 , Hanan H. AlRazzuqi1 , Fatema M. Alkandari2,3, Leena Alqasem4 and Sara Ahmad Al Qabandy5 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00833-3 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource text State of Kuwait, Emergency medicine, Emergency care https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/cfb9ad4ae9455ab91be944e8151d1121.pdf 0e820c1f5e0fe138ee482dd148322f22 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Severe hypertension after atropine administration a case report: Subject The topic of the resource Atropine, Case report, Hypertension Description An account of the resource Abstract Atropine, a cholinergic receptor antagonist, counteracts the parasympathetic nervous system’s inhibitory effects on the sinus node, thereby increasing heart rate. It is frequently used to manage atrioventricular block, organophosphate and beta-blocker poisoning, and sinus bradycardia. This case report highlights a rare instance of hypertensive urgency induced by atropine administration, emphasizing the clinical significance of this adverse effect. We present a case report involving a 48-year-old male patient scheduled for right inguinal hernia surgery. The patient was administered atropine prior to the procedure and subsequently experienced severe hypertension and a headache, which were treated with labetalol. After 24 h of monitoring, the patient was discharged without further complications. Documenting such cases is crucial for enhancing our understanding of atropine’s safety profile and refining management strategies to mitigate associated risks. Clinical trial number Not applicable. Keywords Atropine, Case report, Hypertension Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sara Timerga1* and Aynalem Befkadu1 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00832-4 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource text Atropine, Case report, Hypertension https://repository.horizon.ac.id/files/original/2f91372e9e5fe2fe6dd1d4754bd7de0f.pdf 87b516c4ad60638a6e8023df4a30d5ef Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volume 18 Issue 1 2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Characterizing stroke presenting to a regional referral hospital before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda: a retrospective analysis Subject The topic of the resource Stroke, Sub-saharan Africa, COVID-19, Pandemic, Uganda Description An account of the resource Abstract Introduction Stroke, a leading cause of global morbidity and mortality, disproportionately impacts low and middle- income countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) which reports the highest stroke burden. The COVID-19 pandemic further complicated this situation, emerging as a significant stroke risk factor. The pandemic also disrupted healthcare systems worldwide, affecting stroke management and care accessibility, and leading to deteriorated conditions in stroke patients upon hospital admission. In this pre/during COVID-19 pandemic analysis of acute stroke cases presenting to a Ugandan hospital, we investigated the relationship between stroke admissions, management and treatment outcomes. Methods This was a retrospective medical record review in which we analyzed medical charts of stroke patients admitted to Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital in 2019 (pre-COVID-19) and 2020 (during COVID-19). Socio- demographic data, stroke subtypes, medical history, and physical examination findings were extracted from the hospital records. Data analysis was performed using R-Studio, employing descriptive statistics and inferential analyses to compare stroke characteristics and outcomes across the two periods. Results Data from 175 stroke patients was analyzed, with higher admission numbers in 2020 (69.7%), but a slightly higher mortality rate in 2019 as compared to 2020 (22.6% versus 18.9%, p=0.711). A significant increase in acute ischemic stroke cases was observed in 2020, with no significant differences in stroke severity or functional ability between the two years. Clinical parameters such as admission oxygen saturation, blood sugar, temperature, and Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score, along with complications like aspiration pneumonia and infections, correlated with mortality. There was no significant difference in survival probability between pre- and during-pandemic periods. Admission GCS, pulse rate, and aspiration pneumonia were significant predictors of 14-day in-hospital mortality. Conclusions The surge in acute ischemic stroke cases during the pandemic highlights the need for robust stroke care systems, especially in high-burden regions like SSA. Some key predictors of mortality are potentially modifiable, Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Josephine Nambi Najjuma1 , Timothy Mwanje Kintu1*, Jane Nakibuuka2 , Mark Kaddumukasa2 , Scovia N. Mbalinda4 , Martin Kaddumukasa2 , Christopher Burant5 , Shirley Moore5 , Martha Sajatovic3 and Edwin Nuwagira1 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-025-00830-6 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2025 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Peri Irawan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Language A language of the resource english Type The nature or genre of the resource text Stroke, Sub-saharan Africa, COVID-19, Pandemic, Uganda