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    Stroke: By: Georgina Vega Period 4 Anatomy

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    A stroke occurs when a blood clot or ruptured blood vessel interrupts blood flow to the brain, depriving brain cells of oxygen and causing cell death. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blood clot blocking an artery, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Risk factors include high blood pressure, heart disease, smoking, and diabetes. Treatment depends on the severity and location of the stroke, and may involve surgery, medications, rehabilitation, or life support. Immediate medical care is crucial for stroke victims.

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    A stroke occurs when a blood clot or ruptured blood vessel interrupts blood flow to the brain, depriving brain cells of oxygen and causing cell death. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blood clot blocking an artery, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Risk factors include high blood pressure, heart disease, smoking, and diabetes. Treatment depends on the severity and location of the stroke, and may involve surgery, medications, rehabilitation, or life support. Immediate medical care is crucial for stroke victims.

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    A stroke occurs when a blood clot or ruptured blood vessel interrupts blood flow to the brain, depriving brain cells of oxygen and causing cell death. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blood clot blocking an artery, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Risk factors include high blood pressure, heart disease, smoking, and diabetes. Treatment depends on the severity and location of the stroke, and may involve surgery, medications, rehabilitation, or life support. Immediate medical care is crucial for stroke victims.

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    Stroke: By: Georgina Vega Period 4 Anatomy

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    A stroke occurs when a blood clot or ruptured blood vessel interrupts blood flow to the brain, depriving brain cells of oxygen and causing cell death. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blood clot blocking an artery, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Risk factors include high blood pressure, heart disease, smoking, and diabetes. Treatment depends on the severity and location of the stroke, and may involve surgery, medications, rehabilitation, or life support. Immediate medical care is crucial for stroke victims.

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    Stroke

    By: Georgina Vega


    Period 4
    Anatomy
    What is a stroke?
     A stroke is a condition where a blood clot or ruptured artery or
    blood vessel interrupts blood flow to an area of the brain. A lack of
    oxygen and glucose (sugar) flowing to the brain leads to the death of
    brain cells and brain damage, often resulting in an impairment in
    speech, movement, and memory. 

     The two main types of stroke include ischemic stroke and


    hemorrhagic stroke.

     Ischemic stroke accounts for about 75% of all strokes and occurs
    when a blood clot, or thrombus, forms that blocks blood flow to
    part of the brain. If a blood clot forms somewhere in the body and
    breaks off to become free-floating, it is called an embolus. This
    wandering clot may be carried through the bloodstream to the
    brain where it can cause ischemic stroke.
    What is a stroke? (cont.)
     A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel on the brain's
    surface ruptures and fills the space between the brain and skull
    with blood (subarachnoid hemorrhage) or when a defective artery
    in the brain bursts and fills the surrounding tissue with blood
    (cerebral hemorrhage). Both result in a lack of blood flow to the
    brain and a buildup of blood that puts too much pressure on the
    brain. 

     The outcome after a stroke depends on where the stroke occurs and
    how much of the brain is affected. Smaller strokes may result in
    minor problems, such as weakness in an arm or leg. Larger strokes
    may lead to paralysis or death. Many stroke patients are left with
    weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, incontinence,
    and bladder problems.
    What causes a stroke?
     Ischemic strokes are ultimately caused by a thrombus or embolus
    that blocks blood flow to the brain. Blood clots (thrombus clots)
    usually occur in areas of the arteries that have been damaged by
    atherosclerosis from a buildup of plaques. Embolus type blood
    clots are often caused by atrial fibrillation - an irregular pattern of
    heart beat that leads to blood clot formation and poor blood flow. 
     Hemorrhage strokes can be caused by uncontrolled high blood
    pressure, a head injury, or aneurysms. High blood pressure is the
    most common cause of cerebral hemorrhage, because it causes
    small arteries inside the brain to burst. This deprives brain cells of
    blood and dangerously increases pressure on the brain. 
    Treatment for a Stroke?
     Surgery, medications, hospital care and rehabilitation are all
    accepted stroke treatments.
     Carotid endarterectomy is a surgical procedure often performed
    when the carotid artery in the neck is partially blocked by a fatty
    buildup called plaque. This procedure can remove the
    accumulated plaque. 
     Cerebral angioplasty is another technique in which balloons,
    stents and coils are used to treat some types of problems with the
    brain's blood vessels. Its widespread use depends on its safety and
    effectiveness.
     Anyone who has a stroke needs immediate hospitalization,
    possibly including intensive care and life support. Unfortunately,
    there is no known cure for a stroke.
    Prevention?
     Although stroke can happen to anyone, certain risk factors can
    increase chances of a stroke. However, studies show that up to 80
    percent of strokes can be prevented by working with a healthcare
    professional to reduce personal risk.. It is important to manage
    personal risk and know how to recognize and respond to stroke
    signs and symptoms.
     Some of the most common risks of developing a stroke are:
     A history of high blood pressure
     heart disease
     smoking
     atherosclerosis
     Diabetes
     migraine headaches
     high levels of tryglycerides (a fatty substance
    in the blood)
     use of birth control pills
    Signs of a major Stroke

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