SWA PREP Flashcards
1
Q
List the types of stroke
A
- ischaemic (embolic/thrombus)
- Haemorrhage (intercerebral/subarachnoid)
2
Q
What is the most common type of stroke
A
Ischaemic - 80%
3
Q
What is an embolic stroke
A
Blood clot forms else where in the body (usually the heart) then travels to the brain
Most common causes: afib and fatty deposits breaking away from carotid artery
4
Q
Define thrombus (stroke)
A
Caused by an o
