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Brain stem stroke syndrome

A syndrome caused by an infarct in the vertebral or posterior inferior cerebellar artery. It is characterized by sensory defects affecting the same side of the face as the infarct and the opposite side of the trunk as the infarct. Patients experience difficulty swallowing and/or speaking

Symptoms of Brain stem stroke syndrome

The following features are indicative of Brain stem stroke syndrome:
  • vertigo
  • dizziness
  • severe imbalance of body
  • weakness on one side of the body

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Common Causes of Brain stem stroke syndrome

The following are the most common causes of Brain stem stroke syndrome:
  • hemorrhages

Prevention of Brain stem stroke syndrome

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Brain stem stroke syndrome. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • avoid smoking
  • maintain normal blood pressure
  • do exercise to overcome obesity

Occurrence of Brain stem stroke syndrome

Common Gender

Brain stem stroke syndrome can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Brain stem stroke syndrome

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Brain stem stroke syndrome:
  • CT scan (Computed tomography): To diagnose the disease
  • MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging): To diagnose the disease

Complications of Brain stem stroke syndrome if untreated

Yes, Brain stem stroke syndrome causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Brain stem stroke syndrome is left untreated:
  • pneumonia
  • deep vein thrombosis
  • seizures

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Brain stem stroke syndrome.

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