Elevated C-reactive protein-to-albumin ratio is associated with early neurological deterioration in acute ischemic stroke: a retrospective cohort study
Early neurological deterioration (END) is a frequent complication of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) that contributes to poor clinical outcomes. The C-reactive protein-to-albumin ratio (CAR) reflects systemic inflammation relative to albumin levels and may be associated with END. We evaluated the association between...