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Demographics On Stroke
A stroke is an interruption of the blood supply to any part of the brain. A stroke is sometimes called a "brain attack."
See also:
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Aneurysm -
Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) -
Cerebral hemorrhage
Alternative Names
Cerebrovascular disease; CVA; Cerebral infarction; Cerebral hemorrhage; Ischemic stroke; Stroke - ischemic; Cerebrovascular accident; Stroke - hemorrhagic
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
A stroke happens when blood...
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Stroke
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A stroke occurs when the arterial blood flow leading to or in the brain becomes blocked or ruptures.Blood carries oxygen and nutrients to the neurons... Read more »
Stroke Risk Factors: Heart Disease and Stroke
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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