Stroke Risk Factors, Outcomes and Models of Stroke Care in a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Elderly Population

ii I hereby declare that I am the sole author of this thesis. I authorise the University of New South Wales to lend this thesis to other institutions or individuals for the purpose of scholarly research. Signature I further authorise the University of New South Wales to reproduce this thesis by photocopying or by other means, in total or in part, at the request of other institutions or individuals for the purpose of scholarly research. Signature iii Stroke is one of the leading causes of mortality and disability worldwide. The majority of stroke patients are elderly. Advanced age, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, atrial fibrillation, smoking and heavy alcohol drinking are the major risk factors. Treatment of modifiable risk factors is an important strategy for primary and secondary strok