SAH-RISK FACTORS

SUMMARY

1. Hypertension

2. Diurnal variation of blood pressure

3. Old age

4. Connective tissue disorders

5. OCP use

6. Cocaine use, smoking, alcohol consumption

7. Pregnancy and parturition

8. Procedures: LP and angiography

Reference(s)

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