What types of stroke are there besides ischemic strokes?

Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine

Other then ischemic strokes there are two other kinds of stroke: hemorrhagic strokes and transient ischemic attacks (tIAs). Hemorrhagic strokes occur when a weakened blood vessel ruptures. Two types of weakened blood vessels usually cause hemorrhagic stroke: aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). However, the most common cause of hemorrhagic stroke is uncontrolled high blood pressure. A temporary clot causes a transient ischemic attack. Often called a mini stroke, these warning strokes should be taken very seriously. Most of the time symptoms resolve after a transient ischemic attack.

Honor Society of Nursing (STTI)

There are two types of stroke, hemorrhagic strokes and ischemic strokes. Ischemic strokes, which are the most common type of strokes, result when a blood clot or accumulation of fat in an artery causes a reduction in blood flow in the brain. Hemorrhagic strokes result from bleeding inside the brain, which may occur if a blood vessel or aneurysm (a swelling in an artery) ruptures. Both types of stroke are serious and require immediate medical attention.

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