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Stroke Center

June 10, 2008 - 7:30am
 
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Stroke Center

  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.

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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.

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  InDepth

Find answers in our in-depth report on stroke:

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  Diagnostic and Surgical Procedures

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  Living With Stroke
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  Special Topics

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Each minute that ticks by after a stroke begins brings death to more brain tissue. Know the signs. A call for help could save a life. Read more here.

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  Natural and Alternative Treatments (By Condition)

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