Stroke
Recognition and Treatment of Stroke in Children
Despite growing appreciation by neurologists that cerebrovascular disorders occur more often in children than once suspected, the study of stroke in children and adolescents has remained largely descriptive. Child neurologists often encounter children with a cerebrovascular lesion, yet large scale clinical research is difficult because these disorders are less common than in adults and... »
What is a Stroke: Definition, Symptoms and Risk Factors
A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted. When a stroke occurs, brain cells in the immediate area begin to die because they no longer receive the oxygen and nutrients they need to function. What are the types of strokes? A stroke can occur in two ways. In an ischemic stroke,... »