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General Overview

Stroke is a brain injury that occurs when the brain's blood supply is interrupted. Without oxygen and nutrients from blood, brain tissue starts to die rapidly, resulting in a sudden loss of function.

Transient ischemic attack (TIA) refers to temporary brain dysfunction due to a shortage of blood and oxygen. It is sometimes referred to as a "mini-stroke." TIA is a serious condition that serves as a warning for a stroke.

Find answers in our in-depth report on stroke:

What is a stroke?
What are the risk factors?
What are the symptoms?
How is it diagnosed?
How is it treated?
How can I reduce my risk?
What should I ask my healthcare provider about stroke?

Diagnostic and Surgical Procedures

Surgery

Living With Stroke

In his own words: living with stroke

Related Conditions

Natural and Alternative Treatments (By Condition)

American Heart Association http://www.americanheart.org

National Stroke Association http://www.stroke.org

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