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A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain stops. There are two different kinds of stroke. The most common is an ischemic stroke, caused by a blood clot that blocks a blood vessel or artery in the brain. The other, less common, is a hemorrhagic stroke, caused when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures and spills blood into the surrounding tissue. Brain cells in the area begin to die, either because they stop getting the oxygen and nutrients they need to function, or they are killed by the rupt...
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A progressive disease that involves the buildup of fatty material and plaque in the carotid arteries; can lead to a stroke.
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Stroke as related to
- National Stroke Association
National voluntary health care organization focusing on stroke prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and research for stroke survivors/families.
- Stroke - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
... of the brain showing a right-hemispheric ischemic stroke (left side of image) ... A stroke is the rapidly developing loss of brain function(s) due to disturbance ...
- Stroke Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatnent on ...
Learn about strokes symtoms like sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arms, ... What are stroke symptoms? What should be done if you suspect you or someone ...
- Stroke Health Center - WebMD
Close to 5 million stroke survivors are managing their health today. ... Music May Help Stroke Patients. Quit Smoking Without Weight Gain ...
- Stroke
Journal on cerebrovascular diseases published by American ... PRINT — STROKE ASAP ... Vessel Intracranial Occlusion Causing Acute Ischemic Stroke and TIA ...
- American Stroke Association
Dedicated to decreasing disability and death from stroke through educational programs, products and services, and advocacy.
- National Stroke Association:
Information on Stroke, Stroke Prevention, Stroke Recovery and Stroke Care. ... Artist Wakie McBride found a new mission after stroke: giving hope to other survivors. ...
- Stroke - MayoClinic.com
Stroke — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatment of interruption of brain's blood supply. ... to your brain and potential stroke complications. ...
- stroke: Definition from Answers.com
More about Stroke: Causes and symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Prevention Resources Stroke Definition A stroke is the sudden death of brain
- Stroke on Yahoo! Health
Find information on stroke. Covers signs, symptoms, tests, diagnosis, prevention, treatments, and more.
- Stroke - American Heart Association
Explains what causes a stroke and the differences between an ischemic stroke, a cerebral embolism, and a hemorrhagic stroke.
- What is Stroke?
Stroke is a type of cardiovascular disease. It affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. ... Acute and Preventative Treatments of Stroke ...
- What You Need to Know About Stroke
Describes stroke symptoms and the necessity for immediate treatment after suffering a stroke. From the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
- DHDSP - Stroke - Home Page - DHDSP
Stroke Information ... 2008 Stroke Hospitalization Atlas for Medicare Beneficiaries ... CDCynergy Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Online Training Module ...
- Stroke
Stroke secondary to carotid stenosis (narrowing of the carotid arteries) ... A stroke can happen when the following occurs: ... This is called an ischemic stroke. ...
- Stroke - MedlinePlus
Offers basic information about strokes, diagnosis, risk factors, prevention, treatment, and related issues.
- Stroke: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
Stroke. Brainstem function. Cerebellum - function. Circle of Willis ... blocks the artery, it is called a thrombotic stroke. ... It causes an embolic stroke. ...
- Stroke: Warning Signs and Tips for Prevention -- familydoctor.org
-Information about stroke from the American Academy of Family Physicians. ... National Stroke Association. Revolution Health Heart Health Community. Return to top ...
- Stroke Warning Signs
IF YOU NOTICE ONE OR MORE OF THESE STROKE WARNING SIGNS, DON'T WAIT. ... Printable sheets from Let's Talk About Stroke kit (some are available in Spanish) ...
- NINDS Stroke Information Page
Explains the treatment options and prognosis for people who suffer from a stroke, which occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is suddenly interrupted ...

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