Age factor has always been considered in risks factors for cerebral vasospasm after the subarachnoid hemorrhage. It has been described as more common in younger patients. It is interesting to note that older people enjoy some safety from vasospasm after SAH secondary to the age-related increase in atherosclerosis, which impairs contractility and elasticity of small arteries and arterioles.
But a recent article published in "Neurosurgery" concluded that; "Age does not seem to be a significant predictor for cerebral vasospasm after subarachnoid hemorrhage".
Other risk factors for vasospasm persists which includes larger bleed in the subarachnoid space, female sex and smoking.
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