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Monday, October, 26, 2009

Stages Of Stroke

Health Encyclopedia: Stroke Secondary To Syphilis

Definition

Stroke is life-threatening complication of a long-term syphilis infection.


Alternative Names

Syphilitic stroke


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Untreated, late-stage tertiary syphilis can cause inflammation and blockage of the arteries that supply the brain. A stroke is an interruption of the blood supply to any part of the brain. Stroke can lead to brain tissue damage.


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