'Stroke' refers to an umbrella of conditions caused by the occlusion or haemorrhage of blood vessels that supply the brain. Risk factors include elevated blood pressure and homocysteine levels, ...

Reductions in blood flow to the brain of sufficient duration and extent lead to stroke, which results in damage to neuronal networks and impairment of sensation, movement or cognition. A time-limited ...

Stroke is caused by a reduced or obstructed blood flow to part of the brain. The brain requires a continuous supply of oxygen and nutrients in order to function. Restriction of this blood supply to ...