Women who experience complications during pregnancy, such as preeclampsia, preterm birth, gestational diabetes, miscarriage, or stillbirth, have an increased risk of ischemic stroke before the age of 50. This is the conclusion of recent research conducted by Radboud university medical center. While the study does not establish a causal relationship, it does highlight a clear association between these pregnancy complications and the risk of early stroke.
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