What is the most common type of stroke in Korea
Question : What is the most common type of stroke in Korea?
A. Ischemic stroke
B. Hemorrhagic stroke
C. Subarachnoid hemorrhage
D. Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
Answer: A
Explanation: Ischemic stroke accounts for about 70%-80% of all stroke cases in Korea, which is caused by cerebral artery occlusion leading to cerebral ischemia and hypoxia. Hemorrhagic stroke accounts for 20%-30%; subarachnoid hemorrhage is a type of hemorrhagic stroke; TIA is a transient cerebral ischemia without permanent damage. Therefore, the correct answer is A.
