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Stroke Secondary to Carotid Dissection
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Carotid Dissection
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Stroke is defined as a loss of brain function due to blocked blood circulation to the brain. Strokes may be caused by a narrowing, obstruction, or leak in the lining of the carotid. This leaking of blood into the artery wall (dissection) may cause a clot to form, reducing blood flow and raising the risk of a stroke. The leak may arise from an injury to the neck, which means stroke secondary to carotid dissection may occur in young people as well as older people.
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Tests & Exams
• Blood Flow Studies
• Blood Pressure
• Cerebral Angiography
• Visual Field
Other Topics
• Consciousness - Decreased
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Ear Noises or Buzzing
• Eyelid Drooping
• Face Pain
• Fatigue
• High Blood Pressure
• Movement - Uncoordinated
• Neck Pain
• Numbness and Tingling
• Speech Impairment (Adult)
• Stimulus
• Swallowing Difficulty
• Sweating - Excessive
• Unconsciousness - First Aid
• Vision Problems
• Weakness
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