Summary
In summary, stroke is a commonly encountered
problem amongst people with diabetes. In those
who survive, it can be a life-changing event with
a debilitating future. It is of great importance
to optimise modifiable risk factors in view of
prevention as well as during active treatment of the
disease. Hypertension and diabetes are both factors
which play an important role in disease likelihood
and progression. Currently, studies have not proven
that optimal diabetes control aids the prevention
of stroke or is prognostically beneficial in acute
stroke. However, as diabetes is a known risk factor
for stroke, it may be beneficial to investigate this
further.