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Stroke

Cerebrovascular Disease

Overview

Stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, causing cell death.

Symptoms

  • Sudden numbness
  • Confusion
  • Trouble speaking
  • Vision loss

Diagnosis

  • CT/MRI
  • FAST test
  • Carotid ultrasound
  • Angiography

Treatments

  • tPA (within 4.5h)
  • Aspirin
  • Endarterectomy
  • Rehab

Risk Factors

⚠️Hypertension
⚠️Smoking
⚠️Atrial fibrillation
⚠️Diabetes

Key Facts

  • ℹ️5th leading cause of death
  • ℹ️80% preventable

ICD-10: I63 | Prevalence: yaygın

Last updated: 11/9/2025