The evolution of mortality from cerebrovascular diseases in adults above the age of 20, in S.Paulo, SP, Brazil, from 1950 to 1981, is described, using the age and sex-specific death rates. Stroke mortality is always greater for males and increases with age. From 1970 to 1981 a decline in the mortality has been observed (17.3% for both sexes, 17.8% for males and 16.8% for females). This decline has not been attributed to artifacts. Other studies are suggested to analyse the causes of this decline.
Cerebrovascular desorders; Mortality
