Vocabulary Term Details

Stroke

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stroke)

A stroke, or cerebrovascular accident (CVA), is the rapid loss of brain function due to disturbance in the blood supply to the brain. This can be due to ischemia (lack of blood flow) caused by blockage (thrombosis, arterial embolism), or a hemorrhage. (Wikipedia)

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Cerebrovascular disorders
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This term is used for the following terms: 
Cerebrovascular accident
CVA (stroke)

Approved Date
31-May-2013

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