An occipital stroke happens in the back of the brain. This lobe, or part of the brain, helps people to recognize what they see. That means strokes in the occipital lobe can cause vision changes, which ...

In this study, a zero-dimensional model (lumped parameter model) was developed to investigate cerebral hemodynamics associated with cardiogenic ischemic stroke triggered by a combination of three ...

Rebuilding strength after a stroke requires patience, dedication, and a well-rounded exercise plan. Physical therapy can enhance recovery, but incorporating daily exercises at home can help accelerate ...

In the postoperative course, 4 (44%) patients died in 1 month and the mortality rate was 66.6% in 6 months. Conclusion: Decompressive craniectomy is a life-saving procedure used to manage cerebral ...

The sensations that are caused by some of the most severe migraines can cause you to feel as if you're having a stroke. Sometimes a migraine, specifically a migraine with aura (or visual disturbances) ...

While overall U.S. stroke rates are declining ... after I was discharged from my delivery — breathlessness, fatigue, swelling, hypertension, all the types of symptoms that new mothers might ...

Negar Asdaghi, each episode of Stroke's monthly podcast, Stroke Alert, begins by posing key takeaway questions from featured articles in the current issue of Stroke. This is followed by a brief ...

The body creates antibodies against the NMDA receptors in the brain - and these antibodies disrupt normal brain signalling, causing brain swelling or 'encephalitis'. The condition is typically ...

She was placed in a medically induced coma for four days and had a life-threatening brain-swelling infection. Bacterial meningitis can be prevented with vaccination, which is crucial to avoid ...