Signs and Symptoms of Cerebrovascular Disease

Question 1

Plaque formation

Answer 1

1. Lipid deposit within arterial wall.
2. Lipid deposti within arterial wall increases and causes hemorhage.
3. Hemorrhage heals forming fibrous area
4. this process is repetative and soft plaque hardens.
5. Ulceration of the plaque may occur after multiple hemorrhages.

Question 2

Symptoms of ICA Disease

Answer 2

Hemispheric Symptoms (Contralateral) 
Left sided disease = right side symptoms. 
Right sided disease = left sided symptoms. 
Broca's Aphasia - can understand others and follow directions but unable to speak.