Neuroscience: blood supply to the brain Flashcards
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Neuroscience: blood supply to the brain
Anterior cerebral artery syndrome
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- Contralateral paralysis of the lower extremity
- Impaired sensation to the leg
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Neuroscience: blood supply to the brain
Middle cerebral artery syndrome
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- Contralateral hemiplegia and sensory loss in face and upper limb
- Aphasia, if on left side
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Neuroscience: blood supply to the brain
Posterior cerebral artery syndrome
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Visual deficits, including hemianopsia
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Neuroscience: blood supply to the brain
Two major arteries supply the brain
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- Internal Carotid Arteries
- Basilar Artery / Vertebral Arteries