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The Stroke Center at WVU

What Is A Stroke?

Cat Scan of a BrainA Stroke is a type of cardiovascular disease. It affects the arteries leading to and within the brain.

A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts.

When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood (and oxygen) it needs, so it starts to die.

Risk Factors and Stroke Statistics
Symptoms of a Stroke
Types of Strokes

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